Job Type: Part Time but can be Full Time if the family needs extra help

Githens Center is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals with disabilities in the comfort of their own homes. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our clients by delivering personalized support tailored to their unique needs.

Job Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate In-Home Respite Caregiver to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support and care to a client within their home, allowing their primary caregivers some much-needed respite. This role will be worked in tandem with the individual's mother and father who also live in the home. This position is perfect for a college student or stay-at-home parent who would like to make a difference in someone's life.

Responsibilities:

- Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming.

- Provide feeding assistance, ensuring that clients receive their meals in a respectful and dignified manner.

- Assist with toileting and maintain client cleanliness and comfort.

- Offer companionship and emotional support to clients.

- Administer medications as prescribed and follow care plans.

- Monitor and record clients' conditions and any changes in their health.

- Maintain a clean and safe environment in clients’ homes.

-Record progress notes for each shift

Requirements:

- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field preferred, but not required.

- Ability to handle sensitive situations with care and empathy.

- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.

- Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain a professional demeanor.

- Must be comfortable with personal care tasks including feeding and toileting.

-Must have obtained a high school diploma (GED or Certified Transcripts are also acceptable)

-Must have a valid Driver's License

-Must undergo a drug test and fingerprinting before working

What We Offer:

- Paid training to ensure you are fully prepared for the role.

- Competitive pay rates.

- Flexible scheduling to fit your availability (on an as-needed basis; changes in schedule must be approved by the individual's parents)

- Supportive and friendly work environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training