Elderly Care Assistant (Home-Based Support)

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Overtime opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a compassionate Elderly Care Assistant to provide essential home-based support in East London, Eastern Cape. You will deliver personal care, companionship, meal assistance, light housekeeping, and safety monitoring to help seniors maintain independence in their own homes.

The role involves traveling within East London to client homes, supporting daily activities, and reporting observations to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience in elderly care or caregiving is essential.
• Caregiving qualification or certification preferred.
• Understanding of elderly physical and emotional needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and provide references.
• Ability to travel within East London to client homes.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Medication reminders and ensuring prescribed treatments are taken.
• Preparing nutritious meals and assisting with feeding.
• Light housekeeping (cleaning, laundry).
• Companionship and engaging clients in activities.
• Accompany clients to appointments or outings.
• Monitor health and report concerns to supervisors.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Assist with mobility and transfers as needed.
• Document services provided and observations accurately.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Time management

Independent worker

Education

Caregiving certificate

Tools

CPR training

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and reliable Elderly Care Assistant to provide vital home-based support services in **East London, Eastern Cape**. This role is dedicated to assisting seniors in maintaining their independence and quality of life within their own homes. You will provide personal care, domestic assistance, companionship, and ensure the safety and well-being of elderly clients. The ideal candidate is patient, empathetic, and possesses excellent communication skills. This position requires a hands-on approach and a genuine commitment to caring for the elderly. You will be working directly with clients in their homes across **East London**, forming meaningful connections and providing essential daily support. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of seniors in the **East London** community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Helping with medication reminders and ensuring clients take prescribed treatments.
• Preparing nutritious meals and assisting with feeding if necessary.
• Performing light housekeeping duties, such as cleaning and laundry.
• Accompanying clients to appointments or social outings.
• Providing companionship and engaging clients in conversation and activities.
• Monitoring clients' health and well-being, reporting any concerns to supervisors.
• Ensuring a safe and comfortable home environment for clients.
• Assisting with mobility and transfers as needed.
• Documenting services provided and client observations accurately.

Requirements

• Previous experience in elderly care or as a caregiver is essential.
• Completion of a relevant caregiving qualification or certification is preferred.
• Understanding of the physical and emotional needs of the elderly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a kind, caring disposition.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and provide references.
• Basic knowledge of first aid and safety procedures.
• Must be able to travel within **East London** to client homes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential for overtime.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Opportunity to build strong relationships with clients and make a real difference.
• Work within the community of **East London**.
• Supportive team environment and management.
• Rewarding career path in aged care services.