What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregivers LIVE IN position at Snug and Comfort Home Care?
Job Description 24 hour live in ' Must be able to drive with a Valid Drivers License
We are looking for a competent Caregiver for a position to care for our client in a professional and compassionate manner. Our clients need assistance with ADL's. It’s an often demanding job as you will have to be available for most of the day and week. Drivers license a must as she needs to be taken to Doctors visits. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients.
Responsibilities
- Remind clients to take prescribed medication
- Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
- Help clients with physical therapy exercises
- Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
- Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Skills
- Proven experience as a caregiver
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR)
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
- Respectful and compassionate
- Good time management skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ethics
- Physical endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $180.00 per day
Application Question(s):
- Are you registered with the Illinois Department of Public Health
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- In Home or live in care: 2 years (Preferred)
- Senior care: 2 years (Preferred)
- Companion care: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road