Caregiver or CNA N Mesa (immediate start!)

Join Our Team of Compassionate Caregivers & CNAs

Application Note:

This role is tied to a specific client. We are seeking a compassionate patient caregiver to provide respite support for an 87-year-old female client living in a private accessibility-modified home in the N Mesa area with her two family members and three dogs. We are seeking a caregiver who can cover Tuesday 12:30-5:30pm Thursday 11:30am-9:30pm & Saturday 7am-12pm. While this role is beginning as 20 hours per week we expect it to grow to full time once trust and rapport is established with the client and family.

Care Needs

The client uses a wheelchair and requires assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) including transfers with verbal step-by-step cueing. She has a progressive neurological condition resulting in cognitive and mobility decline; total care is anticipated over time. The home is well-equipped with widened doorways grab bars and a walk-in shower designed for safe wheelchair transfers.

More Than Basic Care

This client is a lifelong artist. The home includes a dedicated creative space and art projects and crafts are a genuine source of joy and engagement for her. We are not looking for someone who simply completes tasks we are looking for someone who will sit with her create with her and treat that time as equally important as any physical care task. If you bring creativity curiosity or simply a willingness to be present in that space with her you will thrive here.

Ideal Candidate

• Experience with wheelchair transfers and ADL support
• Comfortable working with clients experiencing cognitive decline and memory impairment
• Patient warm and attentive to both physical and emotional needs
• Genuinely enjoys engaging clients in meaningful activities not just completing a task list
• Reliable and consistent the client and family thrive with familiar trustworthy caregivers

This is a meaningful role supporting a vibrant kind woman and a devoted family. If you bring calm energy genuine compassion and the belief that quality care includes quality moments wed love to connect.

About The Next Chapter Senior Care Solutions:
We are a local family-owned business dedicated to providing high-quality concierge non-medical home care that makes a significant difference in the lives of our clients. We invest in our caregivers by offering essential resources unwavering support and opportunities for professional growth. Our caregiving team is always backed and supported by an experienced and compassionate leadership The Next Chapter we value respect trust and community impactand we invite you to be part of our mission-driven team.

Caregiver General Position Summary:
We are seeking dedicated and experienced caregivers and CNAs to support a diverse range of client needs. Whether you excel in providing specialized high-acuity careassisting clients who are bed-bound require advanced mobility support or are managing conditions such as dementia or Alzheimersor you offer compassionate companionship and assistance with daily living activities we want to hear from you. Your role will be integral in enhancing the quality of life for our clients through personalized care and meaningful social engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Daily Living Support: Assist clients with essential activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing grooming dressing feeding and mobility support.
• Specialized High-Acuity Care: Provide advanced assistance for clients with higher care needs including the use of mobility equipment (e.g. hoyer lifts) and care for bed-bound individuals. Support clients with memory-related challenges including those with dementia or Alzheimers ensuring they receive compassionate and specialized attention.
• Companionship & Engagement: Offer companionship facilitate social interactions and provide mental stimulation to improve clients overall well-being.
• Housekeeping & Meal Preparation: Perform light housekeeping tasks and prepare meals to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
• Medication & Routine Assistance: Provide medication reminders support daily routines and monitor any changes in clients conditions.
• Errands & Transportation: Assist with transportation run errands and support clients in maintaining their independence and active lifestyle.
• Safety & Supervision: Ensure client safety by adhering to individualized care plans and providing personalized supervision tailored to each clients needs.

Requirements:

• Screening: Successful completion of a thorough criminal background check drug screening DMV record check and a negative TB test prior to employment. A fingerprint clearance card is highly preferred.
• Certifications: Must possess valid First Aid and CPR certifications. Completion of a formal CNA program or Caregiving Certification is highly preferred (and required before beginning client assignments but can be completed via company-provided training).
• References: Provide at least two positive references from past employment that demonstrate your professionalism and commitment.
• Experience: Previous caregiving experience is required (will consider non-traditional experience with opportunity for additional training)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Pay: Earn between $18 and $22 per hour plus bonuses and shift differentialbased on experience certifications and client acuity level - opportunity for quick advancement
• W2 Employment: Enjoy the benefits of W2 employment status including tax benefits and eligibility for applicable protections including overtime pay.
• Paid Travel Time: Receive paid travel time between consecutive client assignments.
• Incentives & Differentials: Benefit from quarterly attendance incentives and shift differentials for select shifts.
• Career Advancement: Take advantage of plentiful opportunities to advance into leadership roles as our business continues to grow.

How to Apply:
If you are a caring professional with a passion for enhancing the lives of otherswhether through specialized high-acuity care for clients with advanced needs including dementia or Alzheimers or by providing compassionate companionshipwe encourage you to apply and join our close-knit team at The Next Chapter Senior Care Solutions.

Become part of a company that values your growth and is committed to making every chapter of life meaningful and fulfilling.