What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dementia Caregiver position at One Call Away Health Services?
Job Summary
We are seeking a mature, compassionate, patient, and experienced Dementia Caregiver to provide one-on-one care and supervision for an older adult living with dementia in a home setting. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting individuals with dementia, providing gentle redirection, promoting independence, and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment.
The client is largely independent with daily activities but requires continuous one-on-one supervision for safety, fall prevention, and redirection as needed. The caregiver will assist with personal care, meal preparation, dressing, showering, and light housekeeping while respecting the client's dignity, privacy, and independence.
We are looking for a dependable, attentive caregiver who understands dementia-related behaviors, communicates calmly and respectfully, and can recognize potential safety risks before they become a concern.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide continuous, one-on-one supervision to ensure the client's safety and well-being at all times.
- Use patience, reassurance, and gentle redirection when the client becomes confused, distracted, or needs guidance.
- Monitor for fall risks and maintain a safe, clutter-free environment.
- Assist with showering, bathing, dressing, and other personal care needs as necessary.
- Prepare meals and assist with meal setup while encouraging the client's independence.
- Provide reminders and guidance with daily routines and activities.
- Assist with light housekeeping, including keeping the client's living areas clean, organized, and safe.
- Encourage independence and participation in daily activities while providing assistance when needed.
- Observe and communicate any changes in behavior, mood, mobility, or overall well-being.
Qualifications
- Previous experience caring for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease preferred.
- Patient, compassionate, dependable, and attentive to detail.
- Ability to recognize fall risks and maintain continuous supervision.
- Comfortable assisting with showers, dressing, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.
- Ability to use calm communication and effective redirection techniques for dementia-related confusion.
- Strong observation and communication skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and respectful of the client's privacy and dignity.
The ideal candidate is someone who genuinely enjoys helping older adults, understands the importance of safety and consistency, and can provide attentive, individualized care while allowing the client to remain as independent as possible.
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 25.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18