In Home Caregiver

About the role

Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC is a veteran-owned company dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate homecare services to veterans. Our mission is to ensure that veterans can maintain their quality of life in the comfort of their homes, supported by a dedicated team of caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Tend to clients’ social and emotional needs by joining them in activities and providing companionship
• Support mobility (help with walking, transfers or use of mobility aids)
• Take clients to their medical appointments or personal errands
• Provide medication reminders
• Prepare meals, do laundry and perform light housework
• Aid with daily living tasks such as dressing, toileting, bathing, grooming, and eating
• Identify and address safety issues in the home or facility
• Keep accurate records of care provided

Requirements

The ideal candidate should be capable, motivated, and willing to learn and grow. They must be able to:

• Tend to clients’ social and emotional needs by joining them in activities and providing companionship
• Support mobility (help with walking, transfers or use of mobility aids)
• Take clients to their medical appointments or personal errands
• Provide medication reminders
• Prepare meals, do laundry and perform light housework
• Aid with daily living tasks such as dressing, toileting, bathing, grooming, and eating
• Identify and address safety issues in the home or facility
• Keep accurate records of care provided

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates should possess:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in caregiving or related field preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check

Skills

Essential skills for this position include:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with compassion and professionalism
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills
• Physical ability to assist with mobility and lifting
• Knowledge of basic first aid and emergency response procedures

Benefits

Compassionate Friends Homecare LLC offers:

• Competitive compensation package
• Incentive programs for exceptional performance
• Veteran-specific benefits and support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Pay

Compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Caregivers are typically scheduled for 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with some flexibility based on client needs.