Male Caregiver

Light Bearers Home Care•Houston, TX

About The Position

Join a compassionate team as a Caregiver/PCA PRN Shift, providing personalized care and support to individuals in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and home care environments. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment that supports clients’ independence and dignity. Care may be provided to people with developmental disabilities, dementia including Alzheimer’s, autism spectrum disorder, or other neurodevelopmental disorders. The employer offers ongoing training opportunities and a supportive environment while emphasizing compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Requirements

CPR and First Aid certification is required.
Ability to observe patient conditions carefully and document changes accurately.
Knowledge of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, dementia and memory care, and hospice care practices.
Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations concerning patient privacy and confidentiality.
Ability to safely perform manual handling tasks, including heavy lifting when required for transfers or mobility assistance.
Excellent communication skills and a compassionate approach to residents’ physical and emotional needs.
Flexibility to work PRN shifts across various hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred.
Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism is advantageous.
Ongoing training in caregiving techniques is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Assist residents or clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility, using manual handling techniques such as Hoyer lifts when necessary.
Observe vital signs and changes in patient condition, and accurately report findings to healthcare professionals.
Support medication administration in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and care plans established by medical teams.
Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with feeding as needed.
Perform light cleaning and laundry, maintain a clean and safe environment, and follow infection control protocols.
Document patient observations, care activities, and progress notes to support continuity of care.
Provide emotional support and companionship to people with developmental disabilities, dementia including Alzheimer’s, autism spectrum disorder, or neurodevelopmental disorders.
Assist with transportation to appointments or community activities and ensure safe transfers using appropriate equipment or manual handling techniques.
Follow safety procedures, including responding to emergencies using first aid and CPR skills.
Collaborate with team members to develop and implement individualized care plans that promote well-being and independence.