Personal Care Assistant/Homemaker for Home Care

$35,360 - $43,680/Yr

Guardian Angel Senior Services - Milford, MA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Milford, MA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant/Homemaker role at Guardian Angel Senior Services involves providing compassionate and professional care to clients in their homes. The position focuses on enhancing the quality of life for seniors and disabled individuals by assisting them with daily activities while maintaining their dignity and independence. Caregivers will work flexible hours, either full-time or part-time, and are expected to perform a variety of tasks to support clients' needs.

Responsibilities

• Med reminders
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients
• Assist with client's shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years old
• Reliable transportation to get to and from clients
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Ability to write, read and speak English fluently
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• Attention to detail
• Committed to the rights of seniors and disabled people to live dignified lives
• Has successfully completed the required training program or its equivalent for Home Health Aides

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience as a caregiver
• Good time management skills
• Flexibility and sensitivity to the needs of others

Benefits

• Flexible work hours (full-time or part-time)
• Competitive pay rates ($17-$21 per hour)