In Home Personal Aide
About the Role
Visiting Angels’ office in Athens provides caregivers for the local area including Greensboro, Athens, Woodville, Greshambille, Madison, Farmington, Maxeys, Bishop, and many others. We are seeking individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. An In Home Personal Aide job with Visiting Angels Athens is much more than just a job—it’s a chance to do real good for families in Athens and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need.
We offer the opportunity for advanced training in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer’s care so that caregivers can continue to develop their skills. Visiting Angels received a 2016-2017 Caregiver Choice Award, sponsored by myCNAjobs and Healthcare Research, voted by caregiver companions, home health aides, and nursing aides as a best place to work.
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
Schedule
We offer rewarding caregiver jobs on a full-time and part-time basis.