Personal Caregiver

LHC Group; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility for work-life balance

Career mobility and growth opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kentucky is seeking compassionate Caregivers to provide personal care and support for in-home patients. As a Caregiver, you will assist clients with daily living activities, report on their condition, and help build meaningful relationships. The ideal candidate should have at least six months of experience in home care, a current driver's license, and CPR certification. This role offers a flexible schedule to promote work-life balance and growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Must have a current driver's license and vehicle insurance.
• Possession of current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing and grooming.
• Report observations regarding client's condition.
• Drive safely for business travel as required.

Skills

Ability to work flexible hours

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Six months experience in home care

Successful completion of competency evaluation

Job description

Summary

We are looking for compassionate Caregivers to provide support, companionship and personal care work with our in-home patients in Florence, KY and the surrounding area.

At Almost Family, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

• Opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.
• Flexibility for true work-life balance
• Career mobility and growth opportunities

Responsibilities

• May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including peri care and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet.
• Reports observations of the client's condition to the agency director or accounts manager.
• Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.

Education and Experience

• Six months experience in home care preferred.
• Successful completion of a competency evaluation.

License Requirements

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Current CPR certification.

State Specific Requirements

• KY: No additional requirements.

Skill Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client's needs.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.
• Able to work independently.
• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.

Company Overview

LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Benefits and Perks

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits