Caregiver
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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 Springfield is the place for you. The office in Springfield provides caregivers for the Central Illinois area including Springfield, Lincoln, Petersburg, 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 Central Illinois 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 Springfield is much more than just a job, it’s a chance to do some real good for families in Springfield and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need.
Those selected for a Caregiver job at Visiting Angels’ Springfield 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 ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
Help clients with routine exercises
Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
Be a pleasant and supportive companion
Report any unusual incidents
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Caregiver Requirements
Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
Respectful and compassionate
Good time management skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Strong ethics
Physical endurance
High school diploma or equivalent
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