What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAREGIVER - NIGHTS & WEEKENDS ONLY- Baton Rouge position at Moore Care & Island Home Care?
Description
Do you enjoy working alone in a home environment? No prior experience is required—we will train.
Pick Your Shift!
As one of the largest privately-owned and locally-run home care businesses in our area, we are able to offer many different shifts and locations to choose from. We want you to have a job that fits your personal schedule!
Our Caregivers work in the homes of clients who may need help to maintain their independence with:
- Meal preparation and/or eating
- Grooming, bathing, and/or dressing
- Hygiene
- Mobility
- Light housekeeping
- Medication reminders
- Companionship and conversation
- Appointments and errands
Are you...
Friendly and Loving?
Compassionate?
Respectful?
Patient?
Professional?
Skills:
* Ability to work independently without the need for constant supervision
* Ability to pass state-required training requirements
* Commitment to adhere to health and safety standards
* Ability to follow a plan of care unique to each client
* Time management
* Outstanding communication and interpersonal know-how
* Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making
* Strong ethics
Requirements
* High school diploma, GED equivalent, and/or ability to read/write at a level of understanding
* Mobile cellular device
* Successful clearance of criminal background check
* Some clients require physical mobility assistance up to 50 lbs.
* Reliable transportation
Alternate terms: Direct Service Worker, CNA, aide, care, giver, health, assisted, living, senior, home, nursing, community, personal care aide, companion, personal assistant, PCA, personal care assistant
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