Caregiver - Elderly Support

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Flexible scheduling

Comprehensive training

Supportive management

Growth potential

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a compassionate and reliable caregiver to support elderly clients at home, helping with daily living activities, companionship, and safety.

You will assist with personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medication reminders, and accompany clients to appointments, focusing on dignity and independence. A driver’s license is preferred and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a caregiver or elder care is highly preferred.
• Basic health-related tasks and medication management understanding.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine passion for helping others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting) with dignity and respect.
• Light housekeeping (laundry, tidying spaces, meal prep).
• Administer medications as prescribed and monitor for adverse reactions.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Excellent interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Independent worker

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and reliable Caregiver to provide dedicated support to elderly individuals in Richards Bay . This role is essential for enabling seniors to maintain their independence and quality of life within their own homes. You will assist with daily living activities, provide companionship, and ensure a safe and comfortable environment for clients. This is a deeply rewarding opportunity to offer practical and emotional support to a vulnerable population within the beautiful coastal city of KwaZulu-Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, with dignity and respect.
• Help with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, tidying living spaces, and meal preparation.
• Administer medications as prescribed by healthcare providers and monitor for any adverse reactions.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities, conversation, and hobbies to combat loneliness.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments, social outings, and grocery shopping, ensuring their safety during transport.
• Monitor clients' health and well-being, reporting any significant changes or concerns to the family or agency supervisor promptly.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a caregiver or in a similar role providing elder care is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic health-related tasks and understand medication management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine passion for helping others.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and follow care plans accurately.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for client visits in and around Richards Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for increase based on experience and performance.
• Flexible scheduling options to accommodate work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training on specialized care techniques.
• Supportive management and a team dedicated to client well-being.
• Potential for growth into supervisory roles.