Part-Time Caregiver Needed (Mon/Wed/Fri 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

Location

Milwaukee, WI

Type

Part Time

Benefits:

401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Vision insurance

We are seeking a compassionate, reliable, and experienced In-Home Caregiver to support one of our client who lives independently in his own apartment and has a strong support system. The client is organized, enjoys music and TV, and wants to maintain his independence while receiving help with daily activities.

Responsibilities Include:
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):

Assist with bathing and showering
Help with dressing and personal grooming
Assist with toileting and hygiene
Provide companionship and engage in conversation
Apply lotion to prevent skin breakdown

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs):

Grocery and medical shopping (3x per month)
Light housekeeping (cleaning, vacuuming, dishes, taking out trash)
Laundry and linen changes
Meal preparation (heating or simple meal prep)
Ensure a safe and clean home environment

Requirements:
Required:

Experience with companionship, bathing assistance, dressing/grooming
Meal preparation skills
Light housekeeping experience
Must speak and understand the client’s language
Must be able to shop for groceries/medications 3x/month
Must be reliable and report any health concerns promptly
Car required for shopping purposes

Preferred but not required:

Dementia experience
Insured automobile for errands
Experience scheduling or attending appointments with clients

Ideal Candidate:

Kind, patient, and respectful of client independence
Organized and proactive in communicating client needs
Comfortable working independently in a home setting
Enjoys helping others maintain their quality of life

Compensation: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Assisting Hands - Central Milwaukee

Assisting Hands Home Care prides itself on offering compassionate, dependable home care to their clients across the US. Their unparalleled reputation of quality home care covers a broad spectrum of services ranging from aging care for the elderly, post-surgery care, transitional care from a hospital or rehab, to post maternity care for those mothers who need care after the birth of their child.

Aside from the company’s mission for quality home care and passion for the value of family, one of the other reasons that Assisting Hands has provided such exceptional care to their clients is due to their high standards for hiring.

According to the company’s Vice President, Gail Stout, Assisting Hands Home Care believes that the caregivers are the face of the company. “Our agencies hire caregivers that first and foremost align with our company’s core values.” Gail went on to explain that their agencies do a complete interview process of each hiring candidate. “We look for the three most important qualities in our caregivers which is professionalism, empathy, and strong communication skills.” Additionally, the agencies do a comprehensive background screening, training and verification of skill competency. “Each AHHC agency has a robust pool of caregivers but we are always looking to hire additional caregivers that meet our guidelines and criteria for caring for our clients,” Gail said.

According to some of the agencies’ caregivers, Assisting Hands motivates their employees to give the best care possible. “They treat their caregivers with very high standards,” said Fatima L. She went on to say that the company strives to provide quality care to their clients for all their individual needs. “Because of this quality care it makes a great difference to all elderly clients and their families.”

Some of the other comments made by various Assisting Hands caregivers are “I applaud this company for the high standards and ethics that I have witnessed…” - Julie J.

“I have worked for home care companies in the past and none of them are at all like Assisting Hands Home Care. I feel like a genuinely valued employee.” Kelsey L.

“What I have experienced since working at AHHC is that the company truly cares about its clients just as well as its employees. They are always willing to help and go the extra mile to meet everyone’s needs.” LaEasha G.

Assisting Hands Home Care and their employees believe that there is value to offering dependable care and compassion to those in need which is witnessed on a daily basis by both the staff and the clients. No matter what service is being provided, from light housekeeping and making meals to helping with bathing and grooming needs, caring for others with dignity and dedication is paramount to Assisting Hands Home Care which is reflected in AHHC caregivers.