Skilled Personal Care Assistant in Summerville Area

Visiting Angels; Summerville (SC); Hybrid; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Paid training & orientation

Respectful and friendly work environment

Job summary

Visiting Angels is seeking in-home caregivers in Summerville, SC. The role involves providing personal one-on-one care, assisting with mobility, medication reminders, and meal preparation. Flexibility in scheduling is available, allowing you to work part-time, including evenings and weekends.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in caregiving, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $14.00 to $16.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills and active listening.
• One year of in-home, caregiver experience preferred.
• Must pass background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility.
• Prepare light meals according to dietary restrictions.
• Perform light housekeeping duties for the client.

Skills

One year proven experience as an in-home caregiver

Knowledge of emergency response, CPR preferred

Good time management skills

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Referral bonuses
• Respectful and friendly work environment
• Paid training & orientation
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Caregiver Benefits

• Variety of shifts available for immediate start
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Flexible scheduling that works with your availability
• Friendly work environment
• Specialized training

Visiting Angels, America’s Choice in Homecare, is seeking in-home caregivers, both CNAs and Personal Care Assistants in Dorchester, Berkeley and Charleston Counties. Visiting Angels is a national, private duty network of home care agencies and the nation’s leading provider of non-medical senior home care services. We are proud of our reputation of providing seniors with compassionate, caring, knowledgeable caregivers. Our services allow seniors to remain independent safely in their homes with dignity. If you have these same qualities and a love for the senior community then you may be the next “ANGEL” in our elite staff of caregiving professionals. Work part-time, days, evenings, weekends, or even overnights. Provides personal one-on-one care to the client. On-going need to fill this role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, working vehicle, commuting required and current, up-to-date insurance
• Must adhere to plans of care for client
• Must have flexibility with schedules per client needs
• One year of in-home, caregiver experience preferred
• Must have good communication skills, have active listening, between clients/families and staff
• Must be able to be calm in emergent situations and inform staff of any changes to client status
• Pass background and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility
• Medication reminders
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Prepare light meals according to dietary restrictions
• Transportation to and from shops, pharmacy or appointments
• Perform light housekeeping duties for the client
• Be a pleasant, engaging, and supportive companion

Skills

• One year proven experience as an in-home caregiver (Preferred)
• Knowledge and demonstration of DME such as hoyer lift, wheelchairs, transfer bench, walker/training is available
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response, CPR preferred
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Service Areas

We service Charleston, Dorchester and Berkeley counties, and surrounding areas in SC.

Compensation

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.