Home health aide/ Caregiver

1st Call Home Healthcare • Traverse City, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide / Caregiver to provide exceptional care for clients in the Traverse City area. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience working with individuals with spinal cord injuries, including quadriplegics, and can support their daily living activities with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience as a caregiver; experience with spinal cord injury and quadriplegic clients is preferred.
• Knowledge of proper techniques for transferring and positioning clients with limited mobility.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions accurately.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with spinal cord injury and quadriplegic clients.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Provide mobility assistance, including safely transferring and repositioning clients.
• Support clients with spinal cord injuries and quadriplegia by following individualized care plans.
• Monitor and report changes in client condition or behavior to healthcare professionals or family members.
• Assist with medication reminders and basic health monitoring as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for clients.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.

What This Job Offers

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