Caregiver urgently wanted

Dignity Care Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 117,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical cover

Flexible working

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Dignity Care Services in Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking compassionate Care Home Caregivers and Healthcare Assistants for full-time, permanent roles. You will provide personal care, support daily living activities, and assist clients in care homes, retirement facilities, hospices, and private residences according to individual care plans.

Paid training is provided, with opportunities for certification and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient, respectful, and trustworthy.
• Willingness to learn and work in a professional care environment.
• Previous caregiving, healthcare, or care-home experience is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities.
• Assist elderly, frail, disabled, and special-needs clients.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility, feeding, and medication reminders.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and comfort.
• Follow individual care plans and facility procedures.
• Report relevant changes in clients' condition to the appropriate supervisor.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Professionalism

Job description

Care Home Caregiver / Healthcare Assistant

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Industry: Healthcare | Care Homes | Home Care | Elderly Care
Salary: R10,500 – R17,500 per month
Experience: With or without experience

Position Overview

We are seeking compassionate, reliable, and dedicated individuals to join our care team. Successful candidates will provide quality care and support to elderly, frail, disabled, and special-needs clients in care homes, retirement facilities, hospices, and private residences.

The role focuses on promoting clients' dignity, independence, safety, comfort, and emotional wellbeing while following individual care plans and workplace procedures.

Available Positions

• Caregivers
• Healthcare Assistants
• Care Home Assistants
• Home-Based Caregivers
• Elderly Care Assistants
• Dementia Caregivers
• Hospice Care Assistants
• Palliative Care Support Staff
• Nursing Assistants
• Patient Care Assistants
• Personal Care Assistants
• Frail Care Assistants
• Residential Care Workers
• Disability Support Worker

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Assist elderly, frail, disabled, and special-needs clients
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with mobility, feeding, and medication reminders
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and comfort
• Follow individual care plans and facility procedures
• Report relevant changes in clients' condition to the appropriate supervisor

Requirements

• Compassionate, patient, respectful, and trustworthy
• Reliable and committed to providing quality care
• Willingness to learn and work in a professional care environment
• No formal qualification required for entry-level positions
• Previous caregiving, healthcare, or care-home experience is an advantage but not essential

Training & Development

• Paid training provided
• Certification opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and support

Salary & Benefits

• R10,500 – R17,500 per month
• Paid time off
• Medical cover
• Flexible working opportunities, depending on placement
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive professional working environment