Skilled Caregiver in Summerville

Benefits

• Friendly Leadership
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Competitive salary

Job Description

You will be responsible for an individual's safety and well-being to provide supportive non-clinical care. Schedules may vary from 4 hour shifts and beyond as we do care for some clients 24/7, so scheduling is flexible to either part time, full time, or as available.

Requirements

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid driver's license, working vehicle, commuting required and current, up-to-date insurance
• Must adhere to plans of care for client
• Must have flexibility with schedules per client needs
• One year of in-home, caregiver experience preferred
• Must have good communication skills, have active listening, between clients/families and staff
• Must be able to be calm in emergent situations and inform staff of any changes to client status

Responsibilities

• Absorb clients with ambulation and mobility
• Medication reminders
• Absorb clients with personal care and hygiene
• Prepare light meals according to dietary restrictions
• Transportation to and from shops, pharmacy or appointments
• Perform light housekeeping duties for the client
• Be a pleasant, engaging, and supportive companion

Skills

• One year proven experience as a in-home caregiver (Preferred)
• Knowledge and demonstration of DME such as hoyer lift, wheelchairs, transfer bench, walker/training is available
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response, CPR preferred
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics

Pay

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Please click the link to complete the local application for the Summerville office, and we will reach out soon!

Please see: vadorchester.clearcareonline.com/apply/

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