Caregiver For The Elderly: Calhoun City

This position is for private duty care in the Oxford, MS area. Safe and Sound Home Care is a family-owned business dedicated to helping the elderly and disabled live safely and independently at home. Our professional caregivers work one-on-one to assist clients with a variety of day-to-day needs, including personal hygiene care, great companionship, meals and nutrition and much more. We are looking for dedicated, energetic, ethical caregivers to join our team!
Responsibilities

• Complete client’s shopping or go with them
• Plan and prepare meals
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Supportive and compassionate
• Take pride in providing high quality care

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.