In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver
Visiting Angels’ office in Athens provides caregivers for the local area including Athens, Bogart, Statham, Watkinsville, Monroe, Hull, Danielsville, Bishop, Bethlehem, Between, Elberton, Hartwell, Comer, Colbert, Madison, Winterville, and many others.
We are seeking one-of-a-kind individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. Ideal candidates have strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care, a history of community involvement, and a passion for helping others.
An In Home Housekeeper or Caregiver with Visiting Angels Athens supports seniors with a wide range of responsibilities, from light housekeeping and meal preparation to mobility assistance and transportation. This role is also an opportunity for personal growth, with advanced training available in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer’s care.
Responsibilities
- Help clients 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 routine 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
Requirements
- Passion to serve others—a true caregiver
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
- 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
Visiting Angels has been voted a “Best Place to Work” by caregivers across the nation, and we take pride in fostering a supportive and meaningful work environment.