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In-Home Senior Caregiver

Happier at Home - Northeast, IA · Waterloo, IA · 2 wk ago
On-siteOTHRPart-time

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and patient In-Home Senior Caregiver to provide non-medical assistance and companionship to elderly clients in their homes.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene
  • Help with toileting and incontinence care as needed
  • Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation
  • Provide emotional support and companionship
  • Engage clients in conversation, hobbies, games, and activities
  • Accompany clients on walks, appointments, and social outings
  • Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when necessary
  • Perform light housekeeping duties, including laundry, dishes, and tidying living areas
  • Assist with grocery shopping and errands
  • Provide medication reminders according to care plans
  • Monitor and report changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment for clients
  • Follow all care plans, agency policies, and safety procedures
  • Transport clients to medical appointments, errands, and community activities when required
  • Ensure safe entry and exit from vehicles

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Previous caregiving, home care, healthcare, or senior care experience preferred
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred but not required
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Must pass background check and drug screening

Skills

  • Compassionate and patient demeanor
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Dependability and professionalism
  • Ability to maintain client confidentiality
  • Physical ability to assist with lifting, transferring, and mobility support
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift
  • Ability to assist clients with transfers and mobility
  • Ability to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays if needed

Work Environment

  • Private residences of senior clients
  • May involve exposure to household pets and various home environments
  • Flexible scheduling, including part-time, evenings, and weekends

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Paid training
  • Mileage reimbursement

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