What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver - $16/Hr (Full Time) position at Interim HealthCare?
Caregiver
in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Positions: Caregiver
Status: PRN
Hourly rates: $16 per hour PLUS travel time
If caring for others comes natural to you, this is an ideal career opportunity! As a caregiver, you’ll earn competitive pay helping seniors live safely and happily at home. From bathing and dressing to meals and companionship, you’ll be a source of strength and support to those in need.
Interim HealthCare® is the nation’s first home care company and an employer of choice to caregivers across the U.S. If you have a compassionate heart and a desire to make a career out of caring for others, you are made for this!
Our Caregivers enjoy some excellent benefits:
- Hourly rates: $16 per hour PLUS travel time
- Competitive, Weekly pay with travel time reimbursement!
- Holiday and PTO pay for full time employees.
- Supportive, caring management that will have your back!
- Medical for full-time, dental, vision and supplemental benefits available for everyone.
- 1:1 patient ratio; where you make a difference in our patients care with flexible assignments to fit your needs
- Continuing education benefits and discounted coursed through Colorado Christian University and Rasmussen University
As a Caregiver, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:
- Provide the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at home
- Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation and companionship
- Help with ambulation, transferring and range of motion exercises
- Provide medication reminders, document their condition and notify a supervisor of any concerns
- Ensure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathways
- Participate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbies
A few must-haves for Caregivers:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Six (6) months of experience in a healthcare role, preferred
- Covid-19 vaccination card OR medical OR religious exemption
- Pass a background check and drug test (we are required to test for THC)
- Compassionate and helping nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- No Covid Vaccination Required
Why Work for Interim HealthCare?
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Caregivers. Operating through 300 offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates PCAs, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of caregivers who are making a significant difference in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based care they provide.
Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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