Caregiver / CNA

Job Description

Job Description

Caregiver / CNA

Benton, IL

Looking for a job you enjoy with flexible hours that work with YOUR busy schedule? Maybe you are looking for a part time job that works around YOUR other jobs. Village Caregiving is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, in-home caregiver / CNA to assist clients with their daily activities in the comfort of their own home. The position will require Caregivers traveling to and from the client(s) home in and around Carbondale, IL

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

Companionship

Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation

Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, errands, walks etc.)

Plan and prepare meals

Assist with physical therapy exercise

Perform light 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

Use common sense principals

Qualifications

Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills

Timeliness and self-discipline

Availability to meet client needs as requested

Dependability

Ability to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

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 (preferred)

Willingness to enforce health and safety standards

Supportive and compassionate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience as a Caregiver (preferred)

CNA / SRNA / HHA or completion of a CNA Program (preferred)

Take pride in providing high quality care

Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

$16.50-$19.00  per Hour

Experience is great, but NOT required.

Plethora of benefits offered both part- and full-time employees including :

Dental and Vision insurance

Accident Insurance

Hospital Insurance

Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

While Life Insurance

Bonus incentives for great work.