Family member caretaker job description
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Example family member caretaker requirements on a job description
Family member caretaker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in family member caretaker job postings.
Sample family member caretaker requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Ability to pass a background check
- Previous experience in caretaking
Sample required family member caretaker soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Attentive, patient, and empathetic demeanor
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
Family member caretaker job description example 1
BAYADA Home Health Care family member caretaker job description
BAYADA Home Health Care has immediate openings for caregivers to join our team and provide the very best care for our clients in the comfort of their own home. As a member of our team you will be valued, respected, and heard.
* This office provides assistive care services to adult clients in the following counties: Erie, Crawford, Venango, Warren and Mercer
What BAYADA offers you:
* Weekly pay
* Paid time off
* Benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more
* Flexible scheduling - ALL shifts available around your lifestyle
* Referral Program ($500-$2,000 bonuses!)
* Mileage reimbursement
* Annual scholarship opportunities
* Clinical support by a Registered Nurse
* FREE trainings at hire and annually
*
Job Responsibilities for HHA - Home Health Aide:
* Activities of daily living
* Light housekeeping
* Bathing
* Grooming
* Toileting
* Nail care
* Range of motion / exercises
* Transfers / use of mechanical lifting devices
* Oral feeding
* Vital sign checks: temperature, pulse, respiration
* Home Management Tasks: laundry, meal preparation, bed making etc.
* Assisting with ambulation
* Medication assistance
Qualifications for HHA - minimum one year work experience OR complete our FREE five day training course (virtual options!)
NURSING STUDENTS have the opportunity to be hired as a HHA with us while they are in school and/or waiting to take their NCLEX. In most cases previous work experience is not required! Inquire for more specifics.
BAYADA recognizes and rewards our HHAs who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!
As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.
BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
* This office provides assistive care services to adult clients in the following counties: Erie, Crawford, Venango, Warren and Mercer
What BAYADA offers you:
* Weekly pay
* Paid time off
* Benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, and more
* Flexible scheduling - ALL shifts available around your lifestyle
* Referral Program ($500-$2,000 bonuses!)
* Mileage reimbursement
* Annual scholarship opportunities
* Clinical support by a Registered Nurse
* FREE trainings at hire and annually
*
Job Responsibilities for HHA - Home Health Aide:
* Activities of daily living
* Light housekeeping
* Bathing
* Grooming
* Toileting
* Nail care
* Range of motion / exercises
* Transfers / use of mechanical lifting devices
* Oral feeding
* Vital sign checks: temperature, pulse, respiration
* Home Management Tasks: laundry, meal preparation, bed making etc.
* Assisting with ambulation
* Medication assistance
Qualifications for HHA - minimum one year work experience OR complete our FREE five day training course (virtual options!)
NURSING STUDENTS have the opportunity to be hired as a HHA with us while they are in school and/or waiting to take their NCLEX. In most cases previous work experience is not required! Inquire for more specifics.
BAYADA recognizes and rewards our HHAs who set and maintain the highest standards of excellence. Join our caring team today!
As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.
BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.
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Family member caretaker job description example 2
Great Lakes family member caretaker job description
We come to work ready to win the day, every day, which creates a dynamic work environment where employees feel empowered and encouraged. GLM is committed to attracting, training, and retaining the highest quality employees, as demonstrated by the current average tenure of corporate level employees of 9 years and the executive team of over 18 years.
Caretaker Job Details:
- Hours – Full-time, Monday-Friday
- Pay Range – $16 - $17 / hour
- Location – Maple Grove, MN - Arbor Glen Apartments
Caretaker Benefits:
- $250 Rent Concession to live on site
- 401K Match
- Excellent and affordable health care benefits
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Floating Holidays
- Tuition Discount Opportunities/ Scholarships/ Student Loan Forgiveness (site specific, ask for details)
Caretaker Job Objective(s):
The Caretaker is to keep assigned inside and outside common areas and available units of the property clean, orderly, and pleasant. Provide an environmentally safe and clean setting for the residents and guests of the property.
Caretaker Job Responsibilities:
- Tour property daily to assess and clean all areas to the standard cleanliness
- Clean vacated apartments/townhomes in preparation for new resident move-in
- Report any shortages, damages, or security issues
- Assist with grounds work (i.e., sweep sidewalks, water plants, snow removal, etc.)
- Maintain equipment in good condition
- Assist Property Management/Leasing office as requested
- Deliver exceptional customer service
Caretaker Qualifications:
- Proven working experience in relevant field
- Ability to work independently and remain motivated
- Customer Service oriented
Please note: The Caretaker position is required to participate in an on-call rotation every three (3) weeks.
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Family member caretaker job description example 3
Volunteers of America Minnesota and Wisconsin family member caretaker job description
Perform some or all (but not limited to) of the following cleaning functions following established schedules and using established recording mechanisms to meet program standards
Restroom cleaning.
Cleaning all common areas (i.e. community room, hallways, etc.).
Cleaning office areas.
Collaborate with maintenance on unit turns.
Wash windows and glass as needed.
Trash / Recycling / Equipment removal.
Dust/Damp mop floors.
Vacuum/Spot removal.
Restock supplies (cleaning, linen, paper, etc.).
Assist in emergency cleaning.
Set-Up/rearrange rooms as needed.
Assist with scheduling and completing major projects - floor waxing, carpet, furniture extracting, etc.
Participate in the inspection of common areas for hazardous or unsafe conditions, physical damage, or any other form of deterioration and report conditions to the maintenance and supervisor.
Complete weekly inspections building.
May assist and clean up with evening events as needed.
Ensure that all security procedures (such as locking doors) as prescribed by the program are followed.
Observe all safety protocols.
If a landlord/property management company unit is utilized as incumbent's residence, incumbent is required to abide by lease and lease addendum.
May perform some or all (but not limited to) of the following grounds maintenance functions following established schedules and using established recording mechanisms to meet program standards.
Spring and fall yard clean up.
Weed gardens on an ongoing basis.
Plant flowers in designated areas.
Water flower beds as needed
Repair garden sprinkler heads.
May oversee and/or assist with snow removal activities.
Assures program participant privacy is maintained by being knowledgeable and following HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
Regular attendance, reliability, and punctuality are required.
Must be able to work regularly scheduled working hours.
Must be on call for overnight and weekend emergencies.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
+ Customer Service: Intermediate
+ Team Work: Intermediate
+ Diversity Awareness: Novice
+ Maintenance: Some Knowledge
Behaviors
Preferred
+ Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
+ Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
+ Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Experience
Preferred
+ 1 year: Cleaning
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Restroom cleaning.
Cleaning all common areas (i.e. community room, hallways, etc.).
Cleaning office areas.
Collaborate with maintenance on unit turns.
Wash windows and glass as needed.
Trash / Recycling / Equipment removal.
Dust/Damp mop floors.
Vacuum/Spot removal.
Restock supplies (cleaning, linen, paper, etc.).
Assist in emergency cleaning.
Set-Up/rearrange rooms as needed.
Assist with scheduling and completing major projects - floor waxing, carpet, furniture extracting, etc.
Participate in the inspection of common areas for hazardous or unsafe conditions, physical damage, or any other form of deterioration and report conditions to the maintenance and supervisor.
Complete weekly inspections building.
May assist and clean up with evening events as needed.
Ensure that all security procedures (such as locking doors) as prescribed by the program are followed.
Observe all safety protocols.
If a landlord/property management company unit is utilized as incumbent's residence, incumbent is required to abide by lease and lease addendum.
May perform some or all (but not limited to) of the following grounds maintenance functions following established schedules and using established recording mechanisms to meet program standards.
Spring and fall yard clean up.
Weed gardens on an ongoing basis.
Plant flowers in designated areas.
Water flower beds as needed
Repair garden sprinkler heads.
May oversee and/or assist with snow removal activities.
Assures program participant privacy is maintained by being knowledgeable and following HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
Regular attendance, reliability, and punctuality are required.
Must be able to work regularly scheduled working hours.
Must be on call for overnight and weekend emergencies.
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
+ Customer Service: Intermediate
+ Team Work: Intermediate
+ Diversity Awareness: Novice
+ Maintenance: Some Knowledge
Behaviors
Preferred
+ Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
+ Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
+ Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Experience
Preferred
+ 1 year: Cleaning
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024