Senior Caregiver

Village Caregiving - Elkins, WV; Elkins (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Daily Pay!

Referral program

Job summary

VillageCaregiving in Elkins, WV is hiring immediately for in-home, non-medical caregivers. We offer flexible schedules, competitive hourly pay, and a compassionate team to work with.

This role emphasizes assisting clients with daily living, mobility, personal care and meal preparation, with an emphasis on safety and dignity. The position requires CPR certification and HS diploma, with prior caregiving experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification is required.
• Previous caregiver experience is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner.
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Physical endurance to complete required tasks.
• 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 complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises.
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own, including preparing meals.
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members.
• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors and family members.
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.

Skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate bedside manner

Attention to dietary constraints

Physical endurance

Respectful and compassionate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR Certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

VillageCaregiving is hiring IMMEDIATELY for In-Home, Non-Medical Caregivers

We offer flexible schedules, competitive pay, and an amazing opportunity to work with a compassionate team!

BENEFITS

• Competitive hourly pay ($12-$14 per hour)
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Daily Pay!

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 complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own, including preparing meals
• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members
• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors and family members
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

REQUIREMENTS

• CurrentCPR (American Heart Association) Certification
• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner
• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills
• Physical endurance to complete required tasks
• High school diploma or equivalent

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.