Caregiver

$27,040 - $31,200/Yr

Unclassified - Eldorado, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Eldorado, TX

About the position

The Caregiver position at Gentiva Personal Care involves providing essential support to elderly and disabled clients in their homes. The role focuses on assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring they can age in place comfortably and safely. Caregivers will follow individualized care plans and perform tasks such as hygiene assistance, meal preparation, and light housekeeping, all while maintaining a compassionate and dependable presence.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly and/or disabled persons in their homes or places of residence.
• Provide hygiene assistance including showering, dressing, and restroom care.
• Prepare meals and assist with grocery and personal shopping.
• Run errands and perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Follow the individualized care plan as outlined by the company policies.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience preferred in caregiving or personal care.
• Physical ability to perform personal care tasks.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and carry out directions.
• Capability to keep simple medical records and function with minimal supervision.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must not have a criminal conviction that bars employment.
• Must have no adverse record in the Nurse Aide Registry or Employee Misconduct Registry.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience as a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) or similar role.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Performance-based raise opportunities
• Career paths
• Flexible schedules for day and night shifts
• Overtime and holiday pay
• Continuing education classes
• Bonus opportunities
• Recognition programs
• 401k with matching
• Medical benefits after a full year of employment