Job Description

Touching Hearts at Home is a premier in-home companion/personal care resource. We bring vital caregiving and companionship that make it possible for older adults and those living with disabilities to live at home. Our service empowers them to age in place while upholding their dignity and independence in the comfort of home. 

Care to Join us?

Create awareness of the Touching Hearts at Home brand so that we can fulfill our mission of delivering vital in-home care and companionship that make it possible for elderly people and those living with disabilities to live at home; and to be a premier resource for in-home care in communities across the country. Be part of our growing company, Touching Hearts at Home.

We pay a competitive rate of $15-18 per hour, plus $2/hr extra for Saturday and Sunday's (overnight)

Benefits:

• Work hours that fit your schedule
• Join the nationally recognized company known as the heart of home care!
• Join a work environment that values who you are and what you do
• Training and recognition for success
• Paid time off
• Telemedical health benefits
• 401(k)
• Accident Insurance
• $2 extra per hour for work performed on Saturday and Sunday's (overnight)

We are closely monitoring the news as the situation around the coronavirus (COVID-19) progresses. That being said, part of our application process does require you to be present. NOTHING is more important to us than the safety of our applicants, staff and clients. As a result, we are taking all precautions to create a safe work environment for our staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication 
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Assist with personal care and hygiene
• Plan and prepare meals
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)
• Must have valid Driver's license and auto insurance