CAREGIVER In Home needed for a client in Plano TX 75074
We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Caregiver to care for our clients in a professional and compassionate manner. It’s an often demanding job as you should have the patience to understand that people in our society need help with their daily lives. The ideal candidate will be able to provide our clients with attention during waking hours and help them achieve their goals and objectives. A successful caregiver should be able to provide care with dignity and should be able to work with other caregivers in a team-based environment.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist clients with daily living activities - eating, bathing, dressing, etc.
- Assist clients with mobility with the use of wheelchairs or crutches
- Assist clients with using the bathroom
- Help clients with ambulation for activities of daily living
- Cook meals and prepare them with the assistance of the client
- Check or change patients’ vital signs
- Provide emotional support
- Monitor patients’ health and report unusual symptoms
- Maintain records of patients’ activities etc.
- Exercise good judgment and act in accordance with the agency’s policy or standard operating procedure (SOP)
Skills
- Proven experience as a caregiver
- Passion for helping others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and caring attitude
- Well-organized and reliable
- Able to drive/provide transportation to appointments
- High school diploma or equivalent; College degree is a plus
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.60 - $11.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person