SAMARITAN HOME CARE
CAREGIVER JOB DESCRIPTION
PERSONAL CARE COMPANION
Provide conversation and companionship
Assist with walking and home physical therapy
Prepare current and future meals, monitor diet and eating
Medication reminders
Assist with bathing, grooming and dressing
Assist with toileting
HOME HELPER
Light housekeeping
Laundry and linen washing
Accompany to doctor appointments
Running errands for clients
Assist with paying bills
Prepare grocery list and do shopping
OVERNIGHTS
All services of companion position
Assist with evening routine
Assist as needed throughout the night
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITES
Assist with other related duties as requested or asked by clients
Call office with any changes to client’s health, needs, and/or living conditions
Communicate with clients in a respectful manner
Treat client and client’s property with respect
Capability to drive or take public transportation to clients home
Capability to lift a maximum of 25 pounds
Report hours worked
The above Caregiver descriptions define the basic duties involved with each position. These lists do not cover all responsibilities and duties involved with each position.
Samaritan Home Care reserves the right to change these descriptions in the future as needed.
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Overnight position, and Additional Responsibilities:
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Qualifications
- Valid HHA or CNA certification
- Proficiency in patient care and senior care
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
- Experience in caregiving and home care
- Familiarity with EMR systems and medical terminology
- Ability to work with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Understanding of Alzheimer's care and memory care
- Competence in catheter care and hospice care
- Capability to operate a Hoyer lift
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Job Types: Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Medical specialties:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Home Care: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Work Location: In person