Caregiver (Gatesville, TX)

Visiting Angels • Gatesville, TX

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels Temple is a non-medical, private duty home care agency providing companionship, safety supervision, and personal care to help adults live safely, with dignity and independence, in their homes. The Caregiver serves clients in Temple and surrounding areas, including Gatesville, Copperas Cove, Killeen, Lampasas, Belton, Cameron, and Rockdale. Caregivers must have their own reliable transportation and be willing to travel outside Temple. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Schedules are flexible and coordinated around caregiver availability and client needs. Shifts may be 1 to 12 hours and may occur during the day or night. The agency aims to schedule caregivers for at least 20 hours per week, with opportunities to take on additional clients. Full-time and part-time shifts are offered, including 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts and short shifts.

Requirements

• Over 1 year of hands-on caregiving experience with elderly people.
• Must be able to work weekends.
• Must be over 18 years old.
• Successful completion of a criminal history check.
• Professional references.
• Own reliable transportation to drive to and from clients, and willingness to travel outside Temple.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and proof of insurance.
• Great attitude and willingness to help and handle varied tasks.
• Ability to take direction, follow rules, and be proactive.
• Good time-management skills.
• High integrity and strong ethics.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with hygiene and grooming, including bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
• Provide medication reminders.
• Monitor clients and provide safety supervision.
• Prepare meals.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry.
• Run errands and shop for clients.
• Assist with ambulation and mobility, including lifting 50 pounds or more.
• Provide supportive companionship.
• Respond quickly in emergencies.
• Transport clients to and from appointments.

Benefits

• Weekly pay, with direct deposit available.
• Employee recognition, celebrations, and rewards.
• 24-hour support from office managers.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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