Caregiver Jobs

Are you looking for a caregiver job that will allow you to give back to your community and broaden your skills? Visiting Angels’ office in Tyler is the place for you. The office in Tyler provides caregivers for communities all over East Texas including Tyler, Whitehouse, Winnsboro, Quitman, Mineola, Lindale, Athens, Chandler, Bullard, Jacksonville, Palestine, and many others. We are seeking one-of-a-kind individuals for job opportunities with our local team. Our caregiver jobs aren't for everyone; only for those who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to the elderly and those in need. We scour the entire East Texas region for people with strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care, a history of community involvement and, most of all, big hearts. A caregiver job with Visiting Angels Tyler is much more than just a job, it's a chance to do some real good for families in Tyler and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need.

Those selected for a caregiver job at Visiting Angels Tyler may be asked to support their seniors with a wide range of responsibilities from light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation to one-on-one mobility assistance and providing transportation. A caregiver job with us is also an opportunity for personal growth. We offer the opportunity for advanced training in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer's care so that caregivers can continue to develop their skills.

Caregiver Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Report any unusual incidents
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Caregiver Requirements

• Strong ethics
• Good time management skills
• Respectful and compassionate
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Physical endurance
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills