Caregiver/CNA at Damascus Home Care in Bangor, ME

At Damascus Home Care we have a deep compassion for and commitment to providing the best care possible for our clients and we believe our employees are our greatest asset.

We are also a company that understands how important employees are and are constantly investing time and money to make sure that all its employees are at the very top of industry

standards. Damascus Home Care is a family oriented company that takes care of each other. Come and join our team to experience our great company.

BENEFITS

• Company Health Insurance
• PTO
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid Training
• Ancillary Benefits
• Pay Rate $19.25 - $20.00/ hour

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating.
• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation.
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
• Plan and prepare meals.
• Assist with physical therapy exercises.
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them while they shop for groceries.
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own, including preparing meals.
• Report any unusual incidents, and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner.
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards.
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
• Take pride in providing high quality care.
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.