Description

Sunset Senior Services is HIRING and we want YOU to be a part of our team!

For all our Caregivers, Part-time you get to:

Build with a family of caregivers with the love for the elderly!

MUST HAVE WEEKEND AVAILABILITY

Perfect job for Retirees, College Students, and really EVERYONE!!!

CALLING ALL NURSING STUDENTS OR CNAS, THIS IS THE PERFECT JOB FOR YOU!

As a Caregiver you will provide quality care by promoting a safe environment, adhering to the plan of care and ensuring we respect and adhere to our client’s rights. Duties may include the following:

Hygiene Care:
Bathing: Assist the client with bathing, ensuring they are comfortable and safe.
Grooming: Help with hair care, nail care, and other grooming activities.
Oral Care: Assist with brushing teeth, using mouthwash, and any other oral hygiene activities.
Dressing and Undressing: Support the client in dressing and undressing as needed.
Toileting Activities: Assist with bathroom needs, including helping the client use the toilet.
 

Nutrition:
Meal Preparation: Prepare meals based on the client's dietary requirements.
Administer Meals: Ensure the client receives meals according to their prescribed diet.
 

Health Monitoring:
Vital Signs: Take and record vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and temperature.
Height and Weight: Measure and record height and weight as necessary.
 

Mobility and Exercise:
Range of Motion Exercises: Assist the client with both active and passive range of motion exercises as specified in the care plan.
Walking Assistance: Help the client with walking, especially during outdoor activities or transportation to appointments.
 

Transportation:
Doctor Appointments: Assist with transportation to medical appointments.
Outdoor Activities and Shopping: Accompany the client for outdoor activities and shopping trips.
 

Documentation:
Observations: Document any observed changes in the client's condition.
Reporting: Report any significant changes or concerns to the Director of Nursing or relevant supervisor.

Our ideal candidate does not need to have any experience but is preferred. What will be needed is a desire to care for and assist others in their everyday living needs.

Requirements

Responsibilities

Help remind clients to take prescribed medication
Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
Help clients with physical therapy exercises
Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
Do the 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
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Skills

Proven experience as a caregiver is preferred (C.N.A is not required, but experience as a Personal Care Worker (PCW) or Home Health Aide (HHA) is preferred.)
Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
Respectful and compassionate
Good time management skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Strong ethics
Physical endurance
High school diploma or equivalent