On Call Lead Caregiver -40hrs/week

Home Helpers Home Care offices are highly rated when it comes to employee satisfaction – an honor that means a lot to us. We take our commitment to families seriously, and we’re proud of our talented team and the work we do. Serving families in their homes is a special calling – and at Home Helpers, we continually attract talented, committed individuals.

We are growing our team and looking for compassionate caregivers to provide companion care and daily living assistance to the elderly, and those requiring recuperative or continuing care. Join our team today and make a difference in the lives of others!We pride ourselves on offering a rewarding work environment with various benefits. This position is for a candidate to be available and WORKING ON-CALL WEEKLY WITH GUARANTEED 40 HOURS PER WEEK REGARDLESS OF HOURS WORKED.

• Competitive compensation 
• One on one client care
• Performance incentives
• Flexible shifts (full time and part time)
• Career growth and learning opportunities

Job Responsibilities

·         Primary role is to start all new cases.  New case may start same day or fairly quickly.  ·         First task is to develop a routine and rapport with family.  ·         Second task is to train regular caregiver on their first shift with new case.·         Secondary role is to fill in shifts.  ·         Open shifts may occur unexpectedly or planned.  To ensure reliable coverage to our clients and to maintain our Mission; the lead caregiver should be expected to fill in when called. However, you have up to 1 hour to report to a case when we call you.  It is your responsibility to have your phone on you, charged, and with the ability to answer our calls at all times.  ·         If you are not able to work due to sickness or an unexpected event, you must immediately notify the office and leave a message that you are not available.  This will result in no pay for those days requested off.  If there is a future event that you wish to be made unavailable without pay, you must notify the office.·         Participate in hiring/recruiting tasks as required·         Work in the office as required when not on the schedule·         Other duties as assigned


Requirements

·         Must be willing to work with either male or female clients.  Personal care will be involved.·         Must be willing to work around or in the same environment with pets (e.g. cats, dogs, birds, etc.)·         Must be willing to travel throughout our territory.  See office for territory map.·         Must be willing to work in a home where cigarette smoke is present for a short period of time.·         Must have 5 years of caregiving experience.  Having a C.N.A. certification is preferred.·         Should have a desire to teach others and have strong communication skills with building rapport with families and caregivers.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

NOW SEEKING CAREGIVER APPLICANTS

Home Helpers Home Care, is seeking a caring, compassionate Caregiver to provide service for a client in your local area. We recognize our direct care staff as our greatest asset and offer: competitive compensation, initial & ongoing training, flexible hours, and a FRIENDLY & SUPPORTIVE WORK ATMOSPHERE.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Aiding with activities of daily living
• Assisting with shopping, errands & transportation
• Pick up prescriptions & assist with telehealth visits
• Light housekeeping
• Meal preparation
• Providing companionship

EXCEPTIONAL CAREGIVER AWARDS

Offering compassionate care to clients in their homes is a special calling. Every year Home Helpers Home care recognizes Caregivers who have gone above and beyond with the Exceptional Caregiver Awards.

Check out some of the Exceptional Caregiver Award winners below:

John G. - Hinsdale, IL  Nora D. - Columbus, OH