Part Time Caregiver Immediate Opening in The Colony

A Place at Home Carrollton; The Colony (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A Place at Home Carrollton is seeking an experienced in-home caregiver for a female stroke survivor in The Colony, TX. The role involves assisting with ADLs, transfers, mobility, meals, medications, and companionship, with a focus on safety and dignity. Prior stroke care experience is preferred.

Shifts available on weekdays 4:30 pm–6:30 pm and weekends 4:30 pm–6:30 pm. CPR/First Aid certification is preferred and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for elderly, disabled, or stroke recovery clients preferred.
• Knowledge of stroke-related conditions including mobility limitations, aphasia, paralysis, or swallowing difficulties preferred.
• Ability to safely assist with transfers and mobility.
• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and attentive demeanor.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and hygiene.
• Assist with transfers, repositioning, wheelchair support, and mobility using proper body mechanics and safety procedures.
• Monitor changes in physical condition, behavior, speech, mobility, or cognitive status.
• Support communication with verbal cues, communication boards, AAC devices, or speech assistance as needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding according to dietary restrictions and swallowing precautions.
• Remind and/or assist with medications as directed by care plan.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment to reduce fall risks.
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and respectful social interaction.

Skills

ADLs & transfers

Stroke care awareness

Mobility assistance

Communication

Observation skills

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

Job description

Experience Caregiver Immediate Opening – Stroke Survivor Client

Schedule Shifts

Weekday Shift M-F 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Weekend Shift - Sat - Sun 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced caregiver for a female stroke survivor in The Colony, TX. Client requires assistance with transfers, bathing, dressing, meal prep, medication reminders, and companionship. Must be comfortable assisting with mobility using a wheelchair. Prior stroke or rehabilitation care experience preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist client with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and hygiene.
• Assist with transfers, repositioning, wheelchair support, and mobility assistance using proper body mechanics and safety procedures.
• Monitor client for changes in physical condition, behavior, speech, mobility, or cognitive status.
• Support communication using verbal cues, communication boards, AAC tablet devices, or speech assistance techniques as needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding according to dietary restrictions and swallowing precautions.
• Remind and/or assist client with medications as directed by care plan.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment to reduce fall risks and promote comfort.
• Assist with range-of-motion exercises and encourage participation in therapy-directed activities when instructed.
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and respectful social interaction.
• Document care provided, incidents, observations, and changes in condition accurately and promptly.
• Communicate effectively with family members, nurses, therapists, and supervisors regarding client needs and concerns.
• Follow infection control procedures, emergency protocols, and client confidentiality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience caring for elderly, disabled, or stroke recovery clients preferred.
• Knowledge of stroke-related conditions including mobility limitations, aphasia, paralysis, or swallowing difficulties preferred.
• Ability to safely assist with transfers and mobility.
• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and attentive demeanor.
• Strong communication and observation skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

• Ability to a pass background checks and drug screenings
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Work Environment

In-home care setting requiring physical assistance, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and close interaction with client and family members.