Nursing Student Jobs in Avondale | In Home Caregiver (Starting at $17+/hr)

Adultcare Assistance Homecare; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking compassionate college students to join their caregiver team in Avondale. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while making a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors. With flexible shifts that accommodate your school schedule, you will provide essential support to clients, helping them maintain their independence and dignity. Comprehensive training is provided, ensuring you are well-prepared for your responsibilities. If you have a heart for seniors and want to contribute to their well-being, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Signing bonus

Paid time off (PTO)

Merit-based raises

Paid training

24/7 management support

Qualifications

• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist seniors with daily activities and personal care.
• Drive seniors to appointments and help with errands.
• Report changes in condition to case manager.

Skills

Genuine desire to work with seniors

Ability to work flexible hours

Communication skills

Empathy and compassion

Education

Currently enrolled in college

Tools

Smartphone time tracking app

Job description

Medical and Nursing Student Jobs in Avondale:

Are you a college student passionate about helping people with cognitive decline, stroke recovery, or mobility difficulties? Do you want to gain real-world experience that complements your education? Are you looking for a flexible schedule that fits around your classes? If so, a caregiver position at Adultcare Assistance could be the perfect opportunity for you!

At Adultcare Assistance, we are dedicated to your success and growth. We offer comprehensive training and orientation to ensure you are well-prepared for your role. With over 30 years of excellence in providing award-winning in-home senior care services in Arizona, we are expanding our team of caregivers to meet the increasing needs of our clients. As a caregiver, you will have the chance to work flexible shifts that fit your schedule. We focus on matching you with clients whose needs align with your skills and preferences, ensuring a fulfilling and harmonious working relationship.

Your duties may vary from client to client as we strive to tailor our services to meet each individual’s unique needs. Our in-home care services allow many seniors to live in their homes, preserving their independence in a familiar environment. You will work directly with our senior clients and their families as a caregiver. You will have a daily care plan prepared by a care manager specific to your client’s personal care and safety needs.

We are actively seeking candidates to fill immediate caregiver roles. If you’re eager to help others improve their quality of life, apply today.

Medical and Nursing Student Job Responsibilities

Just like the patients you would care for as a nurse, each of our senior clients and their families have different needs. Daily responsibilities may include:

MAINTAIN INDEPENDENCE

• Drive seniors to appointments, meetings, and church services.
• Help seniors with their local shopping.
• Go to lunch or grab an ice cream with your client.

RESTORE DIGNITY

• Assist with bathing and grooming.
• Incontinence care management to avoid embarrassment.
• Light housekeeping to reduce stress at home.

KEEP HEALTHY

• Meal preparation to maintain vitality.
• Medication reminders to avoid hospital readmissions.
• Memory care safety to keep seniors out of danger.

SUPPORT OTHERS

• Assist with rehabilitation and physical therapy exercises.
• Be the eyes and ears for hospice care.
• Report changes in condition to the case manager.

Requirements

To be eligible for consideration for one of our student jobs, you must meet the following requirements:

HEART FOR SENIORS:

• Have a genuine desire to work with seniors.

ABILITY TO WORK:

• Typically 4, 8, or 12-hour student shifts in the Avondale area.
• Ability to work around your school schedule.
• Optional overtime often available.

SENIOR SAFETY:

• Pass a criminal background check.
• Pass a drug screening test.
• Negative TB test.

TRANSPORTATION:

• Reliable car.
• Proof of auto insurance.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

All Avondale job roles are eligible for perks and benefits, including:

COMPETITIVE PAY

• One of the highest starting wages for home care jobs in Avondale.
• Signing bonus.
• We pay the employer's portion of employment taxes.

MERIT BASED RAISES

• 90-day review.
• Bi-annual reviews.

REFERRAL PROGRAM

• $750 bonus for 3 student referrals.
• $250 bonus for each student job referral.
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO).

DEVELOPMENT and CAREER GROWTH

• Paid Welcome Aboard Training.
• Paid training.
• Students have used their experience to advance in their career to medical jobs or even case managers within Adultcare Assistance.
• Company gatherings and team building events.
• Nursing Assistant’s roundtable discussions for improving our care to seniors.

NO PAPERWORK or SIGNATURES

• Smartphone time tracking app.

MANAGER ON-CALL 24/7

• Around the clock support from your management staff for emergencies or questions.

About Adultcare Assistance

Our company is Adultcare Assistance, a leading in-home care service for seniors providing the highest level of safety. There is a growing senior population in Arizona and an increasing demand for in-home services like ours. Our caregivers help with activities of daily living by providing help with errands, personal care, household chores, and more. We are an award-winning organization and have earned the designation of #1 in-home caregiving service by Ranking Arizona Magazine. To maintain the highest quality of care, we focus on personalization and attentiveness to every family. This helps us ensure every individual’s needs are met, as well as ensure we’ve found the perfect match between our caregivers and clients. Many students choose to serve as a caregiver to get valuable experience and earn a paycheck while in school. If you are looking for a meaningful student job, we invite you to apply for one of our positions and get a great start toward your future career.

Please apply now, there are so many seniors that truly need a knowledgeable and caring caregiver in Avondale.