Home Health Aide

Would you like a flexible as well as a rewarding job that provides a sense of accomplishment, joy and gratification? Are you a caregiver overwhelmed with the need to care for many patients at one time? Would you prefer to spend time developing relationships with your clients instead of rushing between patients? If you love to work with people and have a history as a caregiver (or no experience but love helping others - We will train you!) , retired and want a flexible schedule, you can have a job/career as an Angel!

Visiting Angels of the Berkshires, voted by our employees as the "Best Place to Work"' is currently hiring Caregivers/Home Health Aide/Personal Care Assistant/Companion to perform services in and around Shelburne Falls as well as several other areas including Great Barrington, Pittsfield, Williamsburg, Huntington, and Williamstown areas.

Become and Angel! Join the Visiting Angels team and make a difference in the life of someone in your community!

Benefits

• Continued Education Provided
• Supportive Staff
• Flexible Shifts
• Personal One-on-One Care
• Competitive Wages
• Work Close to Home
• Rewarding Career
• 401K and Employee Benefits Package
• Pay available each day

Responsibilities

• Be a companion to someone that is lonely.
• Provide personal hygiene assistance and attend to your client's basic needs.
• Remind clients to 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.
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so.
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting clients so they can stay in their home!

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every day
• You have a compassionate and supportive manner about you
• Available to work the shifts you want, including nights and/or weekends
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment a plus but not required.
• No experience but want a career in caregiving - We will train you.
• Supportive and compassionate
• Take pride in providing high quality care

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.

Work for a company with strong ethics that truly cares about you, what we do and how we do it. Apply today! We would love to hear from you!