What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver with Flexible Schedule and Weekly Pay position at Right at Home Chattanooga?
We believe that our Home Health Aides (HHA) and/or Personal Care Assistants (PCA) are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldn’t build meaningful relationships with our clients, put a smile on their face or be the highlight of their day. It is hard to put a price on helping others but we know how important you are and value the impact you would make day in and day out for our clients. In taking this position, you would receive:
Benefits of a caregiver/home health aide/CNA:
The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few character traits you should have from the get-go. We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset:
You’re the honest, likable, energetic and approachable type, and are able to get along and verbally communicate easily with people at all levels. You listen well, have great decision making skills and are passionate about your customer focus. You’re never short of a smile and take real pride in your work by being resourceful, accountable, and adaptable and you cope well under pressure, take initiative and thrive on a challenge. Integrity is one of your core values as you do not ethically cut corners. You make a great first impression as you are professional and kind in your demeanor and approach.
You don’t mind getting a little dirty … this could include (but is not limited to) assisting the patient with activities of daily living such as providing assistance with personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair), ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, and other household chores.
You don’t have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.
You are able to perform other assigned activities which are taught by a nurse, for a specific patient, which includes but is not limited to:
Right at Home is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply!
Benefits of a caregiver/home health aide/CNA:
- Competitive pay starting at $15 an hour with Weekly Pay!
- Flexible schedules (Shifts can be arranged to fit your schedule)
- 401 (k) retirement plan
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Health Benefits
- Ongoing PAID training and development
- Employee Assistance Program (Emotional support, financial literacy and planning, legal guidance, health and wellness)
The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few character traits you should have from the get-go. We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset:
You’re the honest, likable, energetic and approachable type, and are able to get along and verbally communicate easily with people at all levels. You listen well, have great decision making skills and are passionate about your customer focus. You’re never short of a smile and take real pride in your work by being resourceful, accountable, and adaptable and you cope well under pressure, take initiative and thrive on a challenge. Integrity is one of your core values as you do not ethically cut corners. You make a great first impression as you are professional and kind in your demeanor and approach.
You don’t mind getting a little dirty … this could include (but is not limited to) assisting the patient with activities of daily living such as providing assistance with personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair), ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, and other household chores.
You don’t have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.
You are able to perform other assigned activities which are taught by a nurse, for a specific patient, which includes but is not limited to:
- Reinforcement of dressings (non-sterile)
- Assisting with the use of devices for aid in daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)
- Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
- Measuring and preparing special diets
- Measuring intake and output
- Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure)
- Travel Required
- 18 years of age or older
- Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job
- 6 months of caregiving experience
- Ability to pass a background check
- Read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Valid Driver's License and vehicle with valid insurance
Right at Home is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply!
Salary : $15
