Experienced Caregiver Needed: High-Assist Transfers & Mobility Support

CareFor • Austin, TX

7d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

CareFor is seeking dependable, experienced caregivers to provide one-on-one support to an adult male client in Leander, Texas. The client uses a wheelchair, is non-weight-bearing, and requires extensive hands-on assistance with transfers, mobility, repositioning, personal care, and activities of daily living. The role requires careful attention to transfer and fall-prevention safety, and the physical ability to perform essential duties using prescribed equipment and appropriate techniques.

This is a field-based position with 12-hour shifts, preferably 8:00 AM–8:00 PM. Sunday availability is required, with weekend coverage arranged on a rotating basis. Depending on staffing and the care team, caregivers may be able to alternate weekends or work as infrequently as one weekend per month. Additional shifts with other agency clients may be available. An older, calm dog is present in the client’s home and generally rests without routinely interacting with caregivers.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have one year of experience or a valid CNA license, and provide a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Candidates must pass a full background check and have reliable transportation. They must be able to read and understand English-language care plans, medication labels, and written instructions, and write clear care notes and communicate critical information in an emergency. CareFor is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations as described in the posting.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old.
• At least one year of caregiving experience or a valid CNA license.
• Demonstrated experience with non-weight-bearing clients and high-assistance transfers.
• Ability to safely perform the essential physical duties, with appropriate accommodations and prescribed transfer equipment.
• Knowledge of safe transfer techniques, body mechanics, fall prevention, and wheelchair safety.
• Ability to remain attentive and responsive to changes in a client's balance, positioning, and ability to participate in transfers.
• Dependability, patience, sound judgment, and respect for the client's dignity and independence.
• Availability to work Sundays and travel to the Leander, Texas area.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a full background check.
• Reliable transportation to and from clients' homes.
• Ability to read and understand English-language care plans, medication labels, written instructions, and other essential care-related information.
• Ability to write clear, accurate care notes and communicate critical information in an emergency.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant caregiving experience and transfer-safety training are strongly preferred.
• Applicants may be asked to demonstrate or discuss transfer experience and competency before assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bed-to-wheelchair and wheelchair-to-toilet transfers using approved techniques and prescribed equipment.
• Provide hands-on assistance with repositioning, personal care, and activities of daily living.
• Monitor the client's positioning, balance, and safety while seated in the wheelchair and during transfers.
• Follow fall-prevention procedures and recognize changes in stability that may require immediate safety intervention.
• Use appropriate equipment, including a gait belt when indicated by the care plan and safe-transfer protocol.
• Follow the client's individualized care plan and agency safety procedures.
• Promptly communicate safety concerns, changes in mobility, and incidents requiring assistance.
• Recognize when a transfer should not proceed without additional assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed