In Home Caregiver
About The Position
Homewatch CareGivers is hiring caregivers to provide in-home care in the Garland, Lavon, Rockwall, Rowlett, Sachse, and Wylie areas. The role supports people of all ages, including seniors, children, veterans, people with chronic illnesses, and those recovering from medical procedures. Caregivers help clients feel engaged and respected while providing practical, personal, and emotional support according to their care plans. Homewatch CareGivers provides training through its professionally developed Homewatch CareGivers University, which offers online accredited courses and resources to support caregiver training requirements and certification or licensure currency. The franchise is independently owned and operated, and hiring decisions are made by the franchisee.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of caregiving experience.
- Knowledge of emergency response and first aid, including CPR.
- Knowledge of housekeeping and cooking, with attention to dietary constraints.
- Knowledge of personal care needs, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and hygiene.
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
- Respectful and compassionate demeanor.
- Good time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ethics.
- Physical endurance.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene, and exercise.
- Prepare meals, cook, and shop for groceries while accounting for dietary constraints.
- Oversee medication and prescription use, provide medication reminders, and assist with doctor’s appointments.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including getting clients in and out of wheelchairs, cars, and showers.
- Provide companionship, personal supervision, and emotional support.
- Drive clients to activities, run errands, and assist with getting in and out of wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
- Support clients with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia through orientation or grounding, and relay doctor-provided information to family members.
- Provide respite or backup care to family members and other caregivers.
- Help with home organization, trip preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry.
- Follow care plans, monitor clients’ health for changes, and record and report differences.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay of $14.00–$16.00.
- Overtime pay.
- Paid orientation.
- Referral bonus program.
- Flexible schedules, with choice of work times and clients.
- Mileage and travel reimbursement.
- Employee recognition program.
- Training and development.
- Growth potential.
- Supportive leadership.
- Balanced work/home life. The posting also describes a flexible schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
