What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver- Oakland TN position at Comfort Keepers?
***Applicant must have experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia clients
Comfort Keepers the Mid South's leading provider of senior care is looking for caregivers to work one-on-one with clients in the Oakland TN Area with Weekday, Weekend and Night Shift Availability. Comfort Keepers is the leading home care agency with more than 20 years of experience in Memphis and the greater Mid-South.
We are looking for caregivers and home health aides to deliver compassionate care. Contact us and we will work with you to create a schedule that best fits your lifestyle and our clients’ needs.
When you join the Comfort Keepers family, you are encouraged to provide high-quality in-home care that ensures your senior client is living as happily, healthily, and independently as possible. Apply today!
Caregiver Benefits | What’s In It For You?
- Weekly Pay Options Available!
- Competitive Wages & Benefits (starting rate of $14.00/hour). In addition to direct deposit.
- Holiday premium pay
- Paid time off and other benefits after a waiting period.
- Flexible schedules: FT Hours - Weekends, Night Shifts and on-Call Weekends Available! We schedule around YOUR availability!
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Paid skills training.
- Did we mention satisfaction? Few things feel better in life than giving back. As a Comfort Keeper, you experience the privilege of giving back to your community with every shift you complete.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance
- 18 years of age or older
- Pass Background Check and Drug Screen
- 1 year minimum experience with Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Please complete our application here: https://comfortkeepers-169.vivtechnologies.com/public/forms/applynowmemphis
Responsibilities:
- Assist with personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support
- Prepare meals and ensure proper hydration
- Provide companionship and engage clients in activities
- Help with light housekeeping: laundry, dishes, tidying
- Accompany clients to appointments, errands, or social outings
- Monitor client health and safety, report changes to family or healthcare providers
- Document care provided and maintain communication with family or care team
- Respond to emergencies following care plans
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience with bedbound patient care? Changing adult briefs?
- Do you have a valid drivers license, your own vehicle, and auto insurance?
- Do you have experience with Alzheimer and Dementia patients other than caring for your family members?
- Are you available for an overnight shift?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
- total patient care: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $16