Personal Caregiver

Personal Caregiver

04 Sep 2024
Alaska, Anchorage / mat-su, 99501 Anchorage / mat-su USA

Personal Caregiver

Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Companion Caregiver to provide services to patients/clients in their places of residence. Why Join Maxim:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO

401(k) savings plan

Maxcares Awards Program

Responsibilities:

Provides “hands off” care such as:

Providing and encouraging socialization

Encouraging a mild exercise program

Encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications

Supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing

Assisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping chores

Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Arrives at the client’s home on time and leaves when shift schedule is complete

Performs all duties in an accurate and timely manner

Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions

Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years old

One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred

Ability to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries preferred

Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills preferred

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferred

Proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

About Maxim Healthcare Services

Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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