What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Amada Senior Care - Athens, GA?
Are you passionate about enriching the lives of others and helping those in need? If so, we would love for you to join the family at Amada Senior Care. Amada is honored to receive the Great Places To Work award. It is our privilege to care for those who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly. Amada clients are appreciative of the high-quality care we provide. Our caregivers are kind, competent, patient, friendly and have excellent communication skills. Candidates must be able to perform a variety of tasks, including assistance with ADL's, to help our clients. If this describes you, Amada is a perfect fit for you!
Servicing Athens, Monroe, Winder, Jefferson, Madison, and Greensboro areas.
Responsibilities
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Remind clients to take prescribed medication
- Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
- Help clients with range of motion exercises
- Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
- Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
- Must be willing to travel up to 25 miles.
Skills
- Proven experience and expertise as a caregiver
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Respectful and compassionate
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic
- Physical endurance
Job Type: In-Home Caregiver
Salary: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 2 years (Required)
- CNA Certified
- PCA Certified (Required)
Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
Application Question(s):
- Willing to travel?
Experience:
- Caregiving: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- PCA (Required)
- CNA (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $17