HIRING CAREGIVERS!!!!
This job description outlines your primary responsibilities as a caregiver. This description is not meant to be an exhaustive list of services, as the exact duties to be performed for each assignment will vary. Prior to beginning a new assignment, Senior Helpers will provide you with background information about your client and review any special needs this client may have.
Objective: To provide professional caregiver services and to help clients maintain their independence and to assist them with household and family support services.
Reports to: Office Manager
Primary Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
- Companionship & conversation
- Light housekeeping
- Household management
- Errands
- Apparel selection (i.e. laying out clothes)
- Meal planning & preparation
- Laundry & linen changing
- Medication reminders
- Transportation using client’s vehicle
Other Requirements
- Document activities in the Care Plan Binder daily (if applicable).
- Report any significant client changes to the office immediately.
- Follow all policies and procedures as outlines in the Senior Helpers Employee Handbook and Training Manual.
Qualifications
- Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English at an average adult level.
- Ability to drive or use public transportation to get to work.
- Valid driver’s license with no serious driving violations
- Pass a criminal background check prior to employment with Senior Helpers.
- I understand that this is a general, not fully inclusive list of those duties I might be asked to perform. I agree that I will check with my supervisor if I am unsure about my responsibilities.