Responsibilities:

• Free live in accommodation provided
• Provide direct care and assistance to individuals in an assisted living setting
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs as needed
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding
• Engage in social activities and provide companionship to promote emotional well-being
• Support individuals with dementia care needs and provide appropriate interventions
• Help individuals maintain a clean and safe living environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a caregiver or in a related field preferred
• Knowledge of direct support systems and techniques
• Familiarity with dementia care practices and strategies
• Ability to lift and transfer individuals safely using proper body mechanics
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for transportation needs
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding demeanor

Skills:

• Lift:

  Ability to safely lift and transfer individuals using proper techniques
• Social work: Understanding of social work principles and ability to provide emotional support to individuals in need
• Dementia care: Knowledge of dementia care practices and ability to implement appropriate interventions for individuals with dementia

• Drive:

  Possession of a valid driver's license and ability to provide transportation as needed
• Direct support: Familiarity with direct support systems and techniques for assisting individuals with disabilities or special needs

• Systems:

  Ability to navigate electronic systems for documenting care provided and accessing relevant information
• Home care: Experience providing care in a home setting, including assistance with activities of daily living
• Vital signs: Proficiency in monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate
• Assisted living: Understanding of the unique needs of individuals residing in assisted living facilities
• Memory care: Knowledge of memory care practices and ability to provide appropriate support and interventions for individuals with memory loss

Note:

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the employer and the individuals being cared for.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $3,000.00 per month Ability to

Commute:

Rock Hall, MD 21661 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Rock Hall, MD 21661: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person