Caregiver / HHA / CNA
HomeWell Care Services · Rensselaer, NY · Yesterday
HealthcarePart-time
About the role
At HomeWell Care Services of NWI, we are seeking compassionate Caregivers to join our team and support seniors in maintaining their independence in their homes.
Responsibilities
- Social companionship
- Support with a variety of daily living tasks such as feeding and medication reminders, bathing/dressing and personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, dressing, light housekeeping, light cleaning, laundry and cooking/meal preparation
- Transportation to appointments, errands and social outings
- Standby assistance with transfers
- Overnight safety assistance
Qualifications
- No healthcare certification is required, but CNA, HHA, or 6 months plus caring for geriatric, chronically ill, or disabled persons preferred
- Experience with Dementia and Alzheimer's care a plus
- Daily access to email, the Internet, and a mobile phone
- Pass a criminal background check (national and any required by the state)
- Proof of current, negative, tuberculosis (TB) test
- Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position, including the ability to lift, push and pull approximately 25lbs
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation in addition to proof of valid driver's license and valid automobile insurance
- A compassionate heart for older adults
- Excellent communication skills
- Mature, caring, punctual and reliable
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Referral Bonuses
- Flexible schedules
- First uniform top free
- Training
- Assistance with housing/childcare program
- Fast Track to Hire process