Caregiver Needed, Immediate Opening, Mertztown, PA & surrounding areas
Interim Healthcare Mid-Atlantic · Mertztown, PA · 2 mo ago
Administrative$17.5–$21/hrInternship
About the role
The role involves providing personal care and support to seniors who live at home, focusing on activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation, and companionship. Assistance with ambulation, transfers, and range of motion exercises is also provided. Medication reminders, condition documentation, and communication with supervisors about any concerns are responsibilities. Ensuring a safe home environment and participating in activities that bring joy to clients are additional duties.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and support to seniors living at home
- Assist with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation, and companionship
- Help with ambulation, transfers, and range of motion exercises
- Provide medication reminders, document clients' conditions, and notify supervisors 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
Requirements
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- Active Home Care Aide (HCA) registration in PA
- One year of experience in a healthcare role, preferred
- CPR certification
- Valid PA driver’s license, auto insurance, and transportation
- Dementia/Alzheimer's experience
- Experience working with clients who have limited mobility
- Compassionate and helping nature, good communicator, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Benefits
- $17.50 - $21.00 hourly - depending upon experience
- 1:1 Aide-to-client ratios
- Set your own schedule and enjoy work-life balance
- Build your skills with online training and earn CEUs
- Pursue your education with tuition discounts through Rasmussen University
- Weekly pay on Fridays
- Direct Deposit
- Locally owned & operated