In Home Caregivers Make a Difference Close to Home

Care To Stay Home•Post Falls, ID

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Care to Stay Home is hiring in-home caregivers throughout North Idaho to help seniors and other individuals maintain their independence and quality of life. Caregivers provide personalized, compassionate one-on-one care in clients’ homes and build meaningful relationships with those they serve. Opportunities are available in Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Rathdrum, and Athol. The agency seeks to match caregivers with assignments that fit their availability, experience, and geographic preferences. Both full-time and part-time opportunities are available based on availability and client needs. Pay is $17–$22 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Care to Stay Home is an award-winning, Home Care Pulse-certified provider offering in-home services including daily living care, post-surgical care, stroke recovery care, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, and respite care. The agency says caregivers are carefully selected and screened, and provides training opportunities and potential career advancement. The agency is independently owned and operated, and applications and hiring decisions are handled by the agency.

Requirements

A caring heart and a genuine desire to help others.
Dependability, patience, and professionalism.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently in clients’ homes.
Reliable transportation to assigned client locations.
Willingness to learn and develop caregiving skills.
Ability to meet applicable Idaho background screening and employment requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving experience is preferred, including experience caring for a family member, working with seniors, or supporting individuals with disabilities.
Experience and skills related to working with seniors, especially those living with dementia or Alzheimer’s.

Responsibilities

Provide companionship and meaningful conversation.
Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal care.
Prepare meals and provide nutritional support.
Provide mobility assistance and help prevent falls.
Give medication reminders.
Perform light housekeeping and laundry.
Assist with grocery shopping, errands, and transportation as authorized.
Provide dementia care and other specialized care appropriate to training and experience.
Help seniors and other individuals maintain independence and quality of life in their homes.