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Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant | Flexible Weekend Shifts
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Columbine Caregivers
Grand Junction, CO (In Person)
$35,360 Salary, Full-Time
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Overview Columbine Caregivers is a locally owned home healthcare agency that has served the Grand Junction area for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on having the best team of caregivers in the valley. We have unique employment opportunities for those looking to help others in a highly rewarding line of work. We are currently looking for kind, caring, and compassionate people to join our team. We currently have openings for Personal Care Workers. We're looking for the best candidates in the valley and only employ those who have a genuine interest in helping others. Personal Care Workers help with a wide variety of needs. Some of the more basic common tasks may include helping with daily activities like meal preparation, dish washing, making a bed, laundry and light housekeeping. Other common tasks can include helping with bathing, ambulation assistance, incontinence care, companionship and safety supervision. There are typically a variety of shift schedules available, including mornings, days, evenings, and overnights during both the weekdays as well as the weekends. Our caregiver shifts range from 2 hours to 12 hours each (primarily in the client's home). In most cases, caregivers will see multiple clients within one day. Columbine Caregivers does provide both travel-pay as well as mileage reimbursement. Travel pay is additional pay in between shifts that are scheduled within one hour or less of each other and compensates for the time it takes to get to the next client's home. Mileage reimbursement compensates for any driving that is done during a shift helping with errands or appointments. We are a fast-growing company looking for great people that want to make a difference! Duties Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support. Provide medication reminders and assist with medication administration under supervision or as authorized. Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal planning and preparation. Support clients with mobility using equipment such as Hoyer lifts or wheelchairs, ensuring safety during transfers. Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks including cleaning, laundry, and organizing personal spaces. Engage residents in social activities or companionship to promote mental well-being and reduce feelings of isolation. Follow care plans meticulously while collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient support. Skills Prior bed bound experience is highly preferred. Proven experience in home care, assisted living, nursing homes, or group home settings. Experience working with individuals with disabilities, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or chronic illness. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and operate mobility aids such as Hoyer lifts or transfer belts. Strong communication skills coupled with compassionate interpersonal abilities to build trust with clients. Familiarity with medication administration protocols and vital signs monitoring. Prior experience in hospice care or working within long-term care environments is preferred. Join our team to provide compassionate caregiving that empowers individuals to live safely and comfortably while fostering independence and dignity!