Caregiver position open - Overnight (not sleeping)

Comfort Keepers - Dallas, TX•Garland, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Comfort Keepers is looking for a caregiver to join our team and work in the Garland - north Dallas areas. The skilled caregiver is responsible for the physical care and emotional support of our clients who may no longer be able to take care of themselves due to illness, injury, surgery, or disability. The ideal candidate must be able to care for our clients and their property with dignity, patience, compassion, and respect. This person enjoys doing housework, will encourage and remain empathetic to the clients at all times. They can work around dogs and/or cats and willing to work overnight shifts on Weekends/weekdays. Please note that this is not a sleeping position. Caregiver must stay awake and alert at all times.

Requirements

High school diploma preferred
Must have at least two years of verifiable caregiving experience
Must have experience dealing with clients needing Dementia care
Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Background report
Caregiver must stay awake and alert during shift.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at a time
Ability to reach, bend, kneel and stand for (sometimes) a long period of time
Valid state driver's license
Dependable vehicle and current car insurance with you listed as driver or owner
Willing to drive at least 30 minutes to work

Responsibilities

Provide light housekeeping, run errands or provide transportation if needed.
Accompany clients to appointments and assist with medications.
Prepare meals, purchase food and provide personal assistance with general living needs.
Personal services could include toileting, bathing, feeding and grooming.
Provide any financial aid if needed such as balancing checkbooks, going to the bank or helping the client to pay their bills.
Provide companionship and conversation by stimulating, encouraging and assisting an individual.