Caregiver - Daytime & Weekend Shifts - Howard County
About The Position
Griswold Home Care for Howard County is hiring part-time caregivers, PCAs, and CNAs to provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking services to older adults in Howard County, Maryland. Caregivers help clients live as independently as possible in their own homes by assisting with daily tasks and providing respectful, non-medical care. Services may include light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping, feeding, and bathing. Caregivers may occasionally work with clients who have cognitive impairments or dementia. Caregivers maintain a log of the care provided during each shift, submit accurate documentation, and keep the office updated about client needs. The position offers flexible scheduling, with opportunities for day or evening shifts depending on client needs. Caregivers must travel within Howard County and work in pet-friendly homes, including homes with cats and dogs.
Requirements
- Be caring, reliable, and responsible.
- CPR certification is required.
- TB clearance is required per CDC guidance and Maryland RSA regulations.
- Have a valid driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle with current insurance and registration.
- Be willing to travel within Howard County.
- Successfully complete a criminal background check.
- Be comfortable working in pet-friendly homes, including homes with cats and dogs.
Nice To Haves
- CNA certification.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One or more years of caregiving or home care experience; caring for a loved one counts.
- Punctuality, dependability, and a passion for elderly care.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking services to older adults.
- Assist clients with daily tasks so they can live as independently as possible.
- Perform light housekeeping, prepare meals, and shop for groceries.
- Provide non-medical assistance, including feeding and bathing.
- Occasionally provide care to clients with cognitive impairments or dementia.
- Maintain a log of care provided during each shift and submit accurate documentation.
- Check in with the office and provide timely updates about client needs.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling.
- Weekly pay.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Full benefits for full-time caregivers working 30 hours a week, including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support.
- Jean Griswold Scholarship of up to $3,000 toward continuing education in a care-related field.
- Mileage reimbursement and travel time pay.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Bonus programs for referrals, positive reviews, and client recognition.
- Around-the-clock office support.
- Referral bonus program with no limit on referrals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
