Private Duty Caregiver with Dementia Training

Visiting Angels Columbus, GA; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Visiting Angels Columbus, GA is seeking Private Duty Caregivers to provide compassionate in-home care to seniors in Columbus and surrounding areas. You’ll be a trusted companion, assisting with daily activities and ensuring safety for clients in their own homes.

We offer opportunities to advance skills in dementia or Alzheimer’s care, focusing on independence, safety, and respect. Join a local team dedicated to high-quality, person-centered care for families in the community.

Qualifications

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver.
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Respectful and compassionate.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ethics.
• Physical endurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.).
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Help clients with routine exercises.
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able).
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own.
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion.
• Report any unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.

Skills

Compassionate care

First aid / emergency response

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Visiting Angels Columbus, GA is seeking Private Duty Caregivers to provide compassionate in-home care to seniors in Columbus and surrounding areas. You’ll be a trusted companion, assisting with daily activities and ensuring safety for clients in their own homes.

We offer opportunities to advance skills in dementia or Alzheimer’s care, focusing on independence, safety, and respect. Join a local team dedicated to high-quality, person-centered care for families in the community.