Caretaker

Job Description

Job Description

Delta Homecare is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Caretakers to provide quality in-home support to individuals who need assistance with daily living activities. As a Caretaker, you will play an important role in helping clients maintain their independence, dignity, comfort, and overall well-being while remaining in the familiar surroundings of their own homes.

We are looking for individuals who genuinely enjoy helping others and are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of those they serve.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Caretaker, your duties may include:

• Assisting clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene.

• Providing support with mobility, transfers, walking, and positioning.

• Preparing meals and assisting with eating when needed.

• Performing light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.

• Assisting with laundry, changing linens, and routine household tasks.

• Offering companionship, conversation, and emotional support.

• Encouraging clients to remain active, engaged, and as independent as possible.

• Providing medication reminders according to the care plan and agency guidelines.

• Monitoring clients for changes in condition and reporting concerns to supervisors.

• Following individualized care plans and service instructions.

• Accurately completing required notes and documentation.

• Protecting client privacy and maintaining confidentiality.

• Communicating professionally with clients, families, and team members.

• Following company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Compassion, patience, and a strong desire to help others.

• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions.

• Ability to pass required background screenings.

• Compliance with all state, Medicaid, and agency requirements.

• Reliable transportation, when required for assigned shifts.

Experience Preferred

• Previous experience as a caretaker, personal care assistant, direct support professional, home care worker, or in a related caregiving role is preferred but not required.

• We welcome individuals with a caring heart and a willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements

This role may require:

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.

• Assisting clients with transfers and mobility support.

• Performing tasks outlined in the client's care plan while maintaining safety for both the client and yourself.

Benefits of Joining Delta Homecare

We value our team members and offer:

• Competitive pay rates

• Flexible scheduling options

• Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions

• Partial reimbursement for CPR and First Aid certification

• Employee referral bonus opportunities

• Caregiver and employee recognition programs

• Opportunities for additional hours

• Supportive leadership and team environment

• Career development and advancement opportunities

Why Delta Homecare?

At Delta Homecare, our caretakers are the heart of our organization. We are committed to creating a respectful, supportive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to succeed. Every day, our team makes a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families throughout our communities.

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about helping others and want a rewarding career with purpose, we invite you to apply today and become part of the Delta Homecare family.