Elderly Care Specialist — Compassionate In-Home Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime potential

Training & development

Supportive team

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Elderly Care Specialist to support senior citizens in Port Elizabeth with daily tasks and companionship. You will respect dignity, promote independence, and provide emotional support in clients' homes.

The role involves personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, social engagement, and safe transportation to appointments. Must have proven elder care experience and a caring, patient demeanor.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in elderly care or related field.
• Strong understanding of needs and challenges of the elderly.
• First Aid and CPR certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, mobility).
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with medication reminders per care plans.
• Engage clients in social activities, light exercise, and conversations.

Skills

Elderly care

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Independent work

Education

Home health aide certification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Elderly Care Specialist to support senior citizens in Port Elizabeth with daily tasks and companionship. You will respect dignity, promote independence, and provide emotional support in clients' homes.

The role involves personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, social engagement, and safe transportation to appointments. Must have proven elder care experience and a caring, patient demeanor.