PRN/On-call Caregiver

Aging in Place LLC; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Competitive Pay

Job summary

A home care provider in Independence, Missouri is seeking compassionate caregivers to assist elderly clients with daily living tasks such as personal hygiene, medication management, and mobility. Ideal candidates should have at least a year of experience in a healthcare environment and a valid driver's license. The role requires a strong commitment to quality care and flexibility in working hours, including weekends and nights.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Prior experience in a healthcare environment (minimum of 1 year).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients.
• Help clients with medication and mobility.
• Plan and prepare meals for clients.
• Perform housekeeping duties and report unusual incidents.

Skills

Compassionate care

Mobility assistance

Hygiene assistance

Medication management

Cooking skills

Physical therapy assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA

Job description

Aging in Place is locally-owned and operated by a nurse that understands the true meaning of compassion. The company was born out of a vision of providing an aging community with a means of securing and receiving a high quality of care in the comfort of their own homes.

We are looking for caring and devoted caregivers who are passionate about improving the lives of the people they care for and the families they work with.

Benefits

• Paid Training
• Competitive Pay

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform cognitive exercises with clients
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and/or split shifts
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Reliable, dependable, punctual

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.