Caregiver (Cataula, GA)

Visiting Angels•Cataula, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels' office in Columbus is seeking one-of-a-kind individuals for job opportunities with their local team. Caregiver jobs are for individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. The ideal candidate will have strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care, a history of community involvement, and a big heart. A Caregiver job with Visiting Angels Columbus is much more than just a job, it’s a chance to do some real good for families in Columbus and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need. A Caregiver with Visiting Angels Columbus supports the seniors they serve with a wide range of responsibilities from light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation to one-on-one mobility assistance and providing transportation. This role also offers opportunities for personal growth, including advanced training in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer’s care.

Requirements

Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
Respectful and compassionate
Good time management skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Strong ethics
Physical endurance
High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Help clients take prescribed medication
Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
Help clients with routine exercises
Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
Be a pleasant and supportive companion
Report any unusual incidents
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency