Senior Caregiver

About Us:

Homewatch CareGivers of Southwest Austin is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized home care services to individuals in need in Austin, Texas. Our team is committed to enhancing the quality of life for our clients and their families through our professional and reliable care.

Job Description

We are looking for caregivers, ready to provide quality in-home care, but also to develop an enriching meaningful relationship with our clients. Our clients often require assistance with activities of daily living, but also require assistance staying connected with the outside world through social activities, appointments and errands; your role as a caregiver helps them to live life to their fullest. Our smart phone app keeps track of our client care plans, changes in ADL status and outcomes. This position allows for a full scope of interaction with the client in their home including assistance with their activities of daily living, maintaining their home environment, and keeping them engaged with the outside world.

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Use our App to track your work schedule, see caregiving responsibilities for each shift, help with family communication, and more
• Competitive pay
• Advancement opportunity to team leadership positions
• Online Training programs include 12 hours of paid annual coursework
• On-going CEU’s available to maintain certification eligibility
• Referral bonuses provided for exceptional caregiver recruits

Responsibilities

• Ensure client safety and provide friendly companionship
• Help with personal care tasks like bathing and dressing
• Assist with household duties including laundry, light cleaning, and meal preparation
• Drive clients as needed for shopping, appointments, and errands
• Stay updated on caregiving skills by completing 12 hours of annual training through our Caregiver University
• Follow care plan to assist clients with personal care needs (CNA/PCP/HHA)
• Support activities of daily living in a safe and helpful way
• Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and care team

Requirements

• Must be able to provide verification of any certifications held
• Experience as a caregiver in a home care setting or skilled facility
• Must pass national and multi-jurisdictional background checks & Department of Motor Vehicle checks
• Must be able to meet quality standards of care during shifts and follow standard procedures for engaging with the rest of the care team