Companion Caregiver Oak Ridge All Shifts
About The Position
Visiting Angels is seeking compassionate, reliable, dependable, and honest Companion Caregivers interested in learning and growing their skills in the senior care industry. Caregivers provide companionship and assist clients with personal care, household tasks, meals, medication reminders, transportation, and family education. Shifts include day, night, and overnight shifts in the Oak Ridge area. Each Visiting Angels agency is independently owned and operated as a franchise. The franchisor, Living Assistance Services Inc., does not control or manage the day-to-day business operations of any Visiting Angels franchised agency.
Requirements
- Treat clients with dignity and respect.
- Interpret the client’s provided plan of care.
- Have a valid driver’s license and transportation.
- Be flexible and able to adapt to new situations.
- Tolerate small pets, such as dogs and/or cats.
- Be reachable by phone or email for shift schedules, client updates, and/or emergencies.
- Be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with dementia patients and senior care.
Responsibilities
- Provide companionship and conversation.
- Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom needs, and feeding.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as laundry and changing linens.
- Lay out clothes and assist clients with dressing.
- Plan and prepare meals.
- Provide medication reminders.
- Provide transportation to and from appointments.
- Help family members learn safe care techniques.
Benefits
- Shift incentives
- Employee referral program
- 401(k) matching
- Training and development
- Health benefits available
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling
- Training and support for caregivers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
