Full Time CaregiverDepartment: Core CareEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Bastrop, TXCompensation: $25.00 / hourDescriptionWe're currently looking for a Full Time Caregiver in Bastrop, TX 78957A lovely family in rural Bastrop is seeking a full time care companion for their 85 year old mother to start Monday December 16th. Care is needed long term, Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm and Saturdays, 9am-5pm, to relieve the client's son. There will be times when the client's son will be in the home, but he will primarily be downstairs in the other living space while care takes place upstairs. The client enjoys conversing with others, reading, and watching television. She uses a walker, is hard of hearing, and prone to falls. A great candidate will be a great listener, be patient, sensitive, and resilient.
- Start date: December 16th, possibility to start a week sooner/later
- Length of Position: Long-term
- Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm
- Saturdays, 9am-5pm
- Compensation: $25 per hour + gas reimbursement when driving client in personal vehicle
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the client with mobility as needed (holding under their arm); in/out of bed, shower & vehicle (client weighs ~140lb)
- Daily vitals; B/P + pulse
- Driving the client to doctor's appointments (40 minute max. commute)
- Engaging + conversing with the client
- Hygiene assistance
- Laundry for client
- Light housekeeping related to the client
- Light meal prep for the client
- Medication reminders
Requirements:
- 2 years of paid professional caregiving experience
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- CPR certified, or willing to renew
- Valid driver's license + clean driving record
- Reliable vehicle to transport the client is a plus
- Proof of valid driver's insurance
- Ability to provide references to cover at least 2 years of paid, professional caregiving experience
- Must be able to successfully clear a background and social media check
Compensation + BenefitsThis position pays $25 per hour, and the family is looking for 38 hours of care per week.