Spanish Speaking Care Giver

Job Description

Job DescriptionIt is well known that you do not build a great football team without exceptional players and a caregiving team is no different! We train and manage our team and we are always looking for exceptional team players.



An exceptional caregiver possesses a host of different skills combined with an honest, strong personality and work ethic. Are you trustworthy, patient, and compassionate? Do you have empathy for others?



If you answered yes to the questions above and you are a reliable and flexible individual, apply to apply to join our team of caregivers at One You Love Homecare!

Areas of work: Memorial, River Oaks, Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) for elderly clients and clients who have had a recent surgery, injury or accident and require support at home
• Personal care assistance with activities of daily living to include showering/bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Homemaker/Companion assistance with instrumental activities of daily living to include light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and errands
• Remind clients to take medications
• Provide mobility assistance around the house and while on doctor’s appointments, errands, walks etc.
• Complete client’s shopping and put items away, keeping an organized living space for the client
• Observe, report and document daily tasks
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Follow the plan of care as written by the agency Nursing Supervisor
• Escalate any unusual incidents, behaviors, or changes in status immediately to the Nursing Supervisor and Manager
• Provide socialization and companionship to clients to improve their quality of life

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Ability to understand the written plan of care and all associated tasks for assigned shifts
• Ask appropriate questions when being trained on the plan of care
• Supportive and compassionate individual who strives to provide quality care
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver
• Demonstrated competency with durable medical equipment specific to client to include a walker, wheelchair, hospital bed, and client lift devices – example: Hoyer Lift

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.