Caregiver

**Caregiver** **Home Helpers of Knoxville** is currently hiring for **full-time and part-time Caregivers**. This home care position earns a **competitive wage**, depending on experience. We offer a **$2/hour shift differential** for weekend work. In addition to **competitive pay** and our **supportive culture**, we offer our Full-time Personal Care Assistants (PCA) / Caregivers the following benefits: - Health - Dental - Vision - Disability - Life insurance - Paid time off (PTO) - A referral bonus program - Caregiver of the month awards - Mileage reimbursement So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial **mobile-friendly online application**. We hope to meet you soon! **DAY-TO-DAY** This direct care position offers **flexibility and a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends**. As a Caregiver, you get to help seniors and individuals with disabilities stay in their own homes and live with independence. You do more than just assist with meals, housekeeping, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, transportation, and appointments. While those tasks are important, you also provide direct care and socialization as you support them in visiting with friends, attending events, or working on hobbies. Staying active and socially engaged is critical for health and well-being and you help to provide that companionship. You make sure that they are mentally stimulated, physically active, and well-nourished, encouraging independence as much as possible. Additionally, you care for children in the home as needed when their parents are ill or disabled. You ensure that their homes are safe environments, reducing the likelihood of accidents. You are meticulous about providing prompt medication reminders. You report any changes or concerns promptly and provide detailed and accurate records of patient care. In this way, you provide real peace of mind for our clients and their families. Keeping the home running as normally as possible is your ultimate goal. Studies have shown that those who live at home and retain their independence are happier, healthier, and tend to live longer. **You feel great about providing this direct care** for seniors and individuals with disabilities through the part you play in our excellent home care services program! **ABOUT HOME HELPERS OF KNOXVILLE** As an established locally owned senior care service, we've spent nearly 10 years catering to the health and wellness needs of families throughout the Knoxville area. Our mission is to be the most trusted and respected provider of comprehensive home care services for individuals who choose to remain independent wherever they call home. We pride ourselves on the healthcare services we provide and strive to be the family our clients need when their families can't be there. From hourly to 24-hour home care, we make sure that our clients get the one-on-one help that they need. Serving families in their homes is a special calling. Our talented and compassionate team is key to providing the outstanding care we are known for. They are the warm, bright faces our clients love to see every day. We only hire people who love and respect this generation. Our team has the passion, knowledge, and experience that people want in their caregivers. We do what we do because we want to make a **positive impact in the lives of our clients**! **OUR IDEAL CAREGIVER** - Adaptable - able to quickly adjust as conditions and customer needs change - Hardworking - willing to do what is required to get the job done right - Compassionate - showing concern for those you come in contact with - Personable - have a positive, friendly disposition towards clients and customers - Respectful - be kind, positive, and helpful If these direct care traits sound like you, keep reading! **REQUIREMENTS FOR A CAREGIVER** - Valid driver's license - Proof of insurance on your vehicle - Ability to pass a drug screening - Ability to pass…