Caregiver Job Opening at An Oasis of Peace AFH LLC
Job Opening Summary
We are hiring a Caregiver to provide compassionate, reliable, and resident-centered support in an Adult Family Home setting. This opportunity is open to all qualified candidates, with no gender preference. The ideal candidate will be attentive, respectful, and committed to supporting residents with daily living needs, health monitoring, and emotional well-being. Free training may be provided through The Long-Term Care Foundation for qualified candidates seeking to grow their skills and meet role requirements.
Compensation Range
Compensation for this position ranges from $17 to $18 per hour.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should meet the following required qualifications to be considered for this caregiver position. Free training may be provided through The Long-Term Care Foundation to help support eligible applicants.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/NAC)
- Home Care Aide (HCA – 75 Hour)
- Dementia Specialty
- Mental Health Specialty
- Developmental Disability Specialty
- First Aid & CPR
- Nurse Delegation Core
- Nurse Delegation (Diabetes Focus)
- Food Handlers / Food Safety
Responsibilities
The caregiver in this role will support residents with daily care needs while helping maintain a safe, respectful, and comfortable home environment.
- Personal care: Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, mobility, and hygiene
- Medications: Assist with or remind residents to take medications as allowed and trained
- Meals: Prepare food, support special diets, and help with feeding if needed
- Health & safety: Monitor residents, report changes, and respond to emergencies
- Housekeeping: Perform light cleaning, laundry, and help keep resident areas safe
- Supervision & companionship: Provide oversight, social interaction, and emotional support
- Documentation: Record care and communicate with managers or healthcare providers
- Resident rights: Respect dignity, privacy, choices, and cultural preferences
- Training & compliance: Maintain required certifications and follow state and home rules
Additional skills and attributes
The ideal candidate will also be comfortable supporting residents with specific care needs and adapting to a variety of situations with professionalism and compassion.
- Experience or comfort with oxygen support
- Experience or comfort with catheter care
- Experience or comfort with diabetes management
- Dependable and attentive in a home care setting
- Compassionate and respectful in resident interactions
- Strong observation and communication skills
- Able to follow care plans, safety procedures, and compliance requirements
Shift and Schedule
This position may include Day, Evening, Night, Overnight, Weekend, On-call/PRN, Part-Time, and Full-Time shifts. Flexibility and reliability are important, as scheduling may vary based on resident needs and home operations.
Language Requirements
The following language is required for this position:
- English
Candidates should be able to communicate clearly in English with residents, family members, managers, and healthcare providers to ensure safe and effective care.