South Dallas Caregiver / CNA Needed

Description

Overture Home Care is currently currently seeking flexible caregivers to provide services for our new and potential clients in the South Dallas area. We provide one-on-one care in homes and facilities to seniors in need. We offer our caregivers many benefits, perks and rewards for working for us! 

• You get Paid Weekly, every Thursday and we offer direct deposit
• Receive an extra $2.00 an hour on all weekend shifts
• We have Health benefits such as medical, dental, vision and AFLAC benefits
• You can earn rewards points for streaks for clocking in and out properly, going above and beyond with your client, referring employees, and more that can be redeemed for cash
• Start accruing paid vacation time on your very first day of work, which can be redeemed after 90 days of employment
• We have an amazing team that cares and appreciates you

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides hands-on care, which may include assisting with bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, personal hygiene, light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, linen changes, transportation, errands, or other reasonable duties as assigned
• Transfer clients using gait belts, hoyer lifts, and proper body mechanics
• Some cases you will assist with medication administration, G-Tube Feedings, Trach Care, wound care, and more. These cases would be under the supervision of an RN
• Reads the client’s care plan and assessments and provides consistent quality care based upon the care plan for each client
• Adheres to all company policies, including dress code, time off, call-out, etc.
• Clocks in and out of every shift worked on the appropriate systems associated with the client or clients they are servicing
• Observes clients to recognize changes in their behavior or health, then notifies the appropriate personnel of Company Name if necessary

Work Environment

• The Caregiver will provide services in the homes of their assigned clients
• The Caregiver may also provide services to clients in a hospital, rehabilitation, or assisted living setting
• The Caregiver must be willing to work on an hourly basis and work at least 1 shift a week
• Frequent travel is required for this position, and you must be willing to drive up to 25 miles to your shifts. 

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms
• A love for the senior community
• A compassionate and upbeat attitude
• Strong commitment to reliability and ethical behavior
• Ability to bend, climb, stoop, and stand an average of 5 hours per day
• Ability to lift 20-30 pounds
• Possesses a valid driver’s license or state ID
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must have reliable transportation
• Car insurance preferred but not required
• Willing to maintain skills through continued education
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug testing per company standards