What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Duty Home Caregiver position at Health Care Unlimited, Inc.?
**Part-Time Weekend Night Shift**
Health Care Unlimited, Inc. is seeking responsible and reliable individuals for an Attendant/Provider position to work Night Shifts on Weekends. The open positions are for an In-Home Care Attendant, able to work in the Weslaco Area on a Part-Time basis but also willing to accept other work assignments if this assignment doesn't work out.
The Private Duty Attendant/C.N.A. will provide critical, quality, home-based care, and living support services for an older individual, helping them live full, independent, and connected lives in the comfort of their home.
Responsibilities will include providing a wide range of assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, assisting with ambulation or transferring, toileting, feeding and providing medication reminders. In addition, private duty attendants help with instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) such as shopping, meal preparation, making medical appointments, light housekeeping, laundry, companionship and other skilled and other unskilled tasks as assigned.
Qualified applicant MUST be able to assist with maneuvering a client. Additionally, the applicant must have the ability to pass a federally mandated criminal background check, possess a valid Texas Driver License and have current motor vehicle insurance as traveling to assignments is required. Selected candidate must also be willing to be considered for other job opportunities with our agency.
Preferred qualities include being Bilingual (with the ability to communicate in both English and Spanish); have a high level of patience, empathy and compassion; have strong decision-making skills and have willingness to learn need. Applicants who have previous patient care experience or are certified as a C.N.A. or H.H.A. and/or have a current AHA CPR Certification are preferred.
Applicants should also be conscientious, punctual, and reliable; have outstanding customer service and organizational skills; have good communication skills, both written and oral; be able manage their time effectively; be responsible for maintaining accurate documentation; have reliable means of transportation to and from assignments; and possess a ‘sense of urgency’ when providing for the client’s needs all while maintaining a discipline, professional attitude under any circumstances.
If you are dedicated and loyal to your profession and are looking for an employer who appreciates your efforts, then join our team of professionals who excel on a daily basis to provide the best quality care for our patients! APPLY NOW!
or you may also apply in-person at
1100 E Laurel Ave, McAllen, Texas 78501
To the Attention of: Private Duty Department
HCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Required)
Location:
- Weslaco, TX 78596 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Weslaco, TX 78596 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13