Caregivers

Job Title: Caregiver / Personal Support Assistant

Job Summary:
The Caregiver provides compassionate, hands-on support to individuals who require assistance with daily living activities due to age, illness, disability, or recovery. This role ensures clients safety, dignity, hygiene, mobility, and emotional well-being in a respectful and professional manner. Under direct supervision or care plans, the caregiver supports routines, observes health changes, and contributes to a safe, clean, and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

• Support mobility needs: assist with walking, transfers, positioning, and use of mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, etc.).

• Administer medication reminders and observe client behavior or health status for changes; report any concerns to supervisor or medical personnel.

• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary requirements, ensuring safe and hygienic food handling.

• Maintain cleanliness and order in living spaces, including laundry, bed-making, and light housekeeping duties.

• Provide companionship, emotional support, and engage clients in conversation or approved recreational activities.

• Follow individualized care plans and schedules with accuracy and consistency.

• Adhere strictly to infection control procedures, safety rules, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Document care activities, health observations, and client feedback accurately in provided records or logbooks.

• Respond to emergencies calmly and in accordance with training and established protocols.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in caregiving, nursing assistant, or similar role preferred.

• Certificate in Caregiving, First Aid, or Basic Life Support (BLS) is an added advantage.

• Empathetic, patient, and respectful with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Physically fit and capable of lifting, bending, and assisting with mobility as needed.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism under all circumstances.

• Fluent in written and spoken English (additional languages may be beneficial depending on the assignment).

Working Conditions:
Caregivers may work in private homes, residential facilities, or rehabilitation settings. Duties may include lifting or physical support, exposure to personal hygiene-related tasks, and variable working hours (including nights, weekends, or 24-hour shifts). Full adherence to client care plans and health protocols is essential.