Short Shift Caregiver

Visiting Angels Webster Groves, MO; Webster Groves (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Visiting Angels Webster Groves, MO is seeking a Short Shift Caregiver to support seniors in the St. Louis area. You will provide in-home care, assist with daily living tasks, and help clients stay independent at home with dignity.

The role offers flexible shift options including short and long shifts, with a focus on compassionate, respectful care and timely communication with families and health professionals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent time-management and reliability are essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities are important.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage light housekeeping for client homes.
• Encourage clients to meet exercise and fitness goals.
• Prompt clients to take medications at scheduled times.
• Assist with shopping and putting away groceries or shop for them.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients based on abilities.
• Assist with mobility and accompany clients to doctors or on walks.

Skills

Time-management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Webster Groves is hiring a Short Shift Caregiver for our clients throughout the St. Louis area in places like Webster Groves, Kirkwood, Brentwood, Maplewood, Richmond Heights, Chesterfield, Ladue, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Short Shift Caregiver Enjoys Benefits Like

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

A Visiting Angels Short Shift Caregiver wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

While no two client visits look exactly alike, responsibilities may include:

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

A Short Shift Caregiver must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.

Short Shift Caregiver Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Shift Options

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Long Shifts (7-12 hours)
• Short Shifts (2-6 hours)