What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver position at Visiting Angels - Reading, PA?

Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Reading is hiring a Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the local area in places like Temple, Reading, Laureldale, Tuckerton, Riverview Park, Alsace Manor, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver enjoys benefits like:

Pay: $14.00-$15.00/hour
Continued Education Provided
Supportive Staff
Flexible Schedules
Personal One-on-One Care
Competitive Wages
Work Close to Home
Rewarding Career!!
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Holiday Pay
Referral Bonuses
Direct Deposit
Weekly Pay

A Visiting Angels Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

While no two client visits look exactly alike, responsibilities may include:

Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
Managing light housekeeping
Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

A Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.