Compassionate Elder Care Assistant | In-Home Support

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Regular work schedule

Training & certification opportunities

Supportive team environment

Meaningful work

Stable employment in Upington

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a compassionate Elderly Care Support Worker to join our local team. You will provide essential daily living assistance, companionship, and safety support to seniors in their homes or care facilities.

This on-site role emphasizes patience, empathy, and reliability as you help with personal care, meals, light housekeeping, and mobility support, while monitoring wellbeing and following care plans.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in elderly care or related field preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to help others.
• Patience, empathy, and a respectful attitude towards clients.
• Ability to follow care plans and safety procedures diligently.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care: bathing, dressing, and hygiene.
• Help with light household tasks: cleaning, meals, and laundry.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities.
• Monitor health and report changes to supervisors.
• Administer medications as prescribed and assist mobility.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Reliability

Patience

Care plans

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a compassionate Elderly Care Support Worker to join our local team. You will provide essential daily living assistance, companionship, and safety support to seniors in their homes or care facilities.

This on-site role emphasizes patience, empathy, and reliability as you help with personal care, meals, light housekeeping, and mobility support, while monitoring wellbeing and following care plans.