What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver/Personal Assistant position at Adam Care Team?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver/Personal Assistant to provide exceptional support and care to individuals in various living environments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those with diverse needs, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, or those requiring specialized memory care. The ideal candidate will be energetic, attentive, and committed to promoting independence, safety, and well-being. This paid position is perfect for someone passionate about caregiving and eager to contribute positively to clients’ daily lives through personalized assistance and attentive care.
Duties
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene to ensure comfort and dignity.
- Monitor patients’ health by observing vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and respiration; report any concerns promptly.
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary needs and assist with feeding when necessary.
- Support clients with mobility using proper patient transfer methods and equipment such as Hoyer lifts; ensure safe manual handling practices.
- Administer medications accurately following care plans while adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Provide companionship and emotional support, fostering a positive environment that promotes mental well-being.
- Maintain cleanliness of living spaces through regular cleaning tasks and assist with laundry to uphold hygiene standards.
- Document care activities thoroughly in accordance with care plans and communicate effectively with healthcare teams regarding patient progress or changes.
- Support clients during medical appointments or community outings using personal transportation assistance if needed.
- Follow all safety protocols including first aid, CPR certification requirements, and resident’s rights policies to ensure a secure environment at all times.
Skills
- Proven experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments.
- Strong patient observation skills coupled with the ability to monitor vital signs and recognize signs of distress or deterioration.
- Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism or intellectual disabilities.
- Familiarity with care plans, medication administration, HIPAA compliance, and patient monitoring procedures.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely using proper techniques; experience with manual handling equipment like Hoyer lifts is preferred.
- Excellent communication skills for effective client interaction and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Experience assisting with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) such as grooming, toileting, mobility support, meal preparation, and personal transportation assistance.
- Competence in basic first aid and CPR certification; ability to respond swiftly during emergencies.
- Knowledge of resident’s rights policies within long-term care settings; understanding of geriatrics and home & community care best practices.
- Demonstrated ability to work compassionately with individuals experiencing dementia or neurodevelopmental disabilities while maintaining professionalism at all times.
Join us if you’re ready to bring energy into your caregiving career while making a real difference! We value dedicated professionals committed to providing respectful, personalized support that enhances quality of life every day.
Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21