Caregiver Job Opening at Kindness and Grace AFH
Home Description
At Kindness and Grace AFH, we provide a warm, respectful, and supportive place to work where caregivers are valued as an important part of our home. We are committed to creating a calm, team-oriented environment where both residents and staff are treated with kindness, dignity, and grace.
Our home focuses on compassionate, personalized care, and we take pride in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and welcoming setting. We believe in open communication, reliability, and working together to make each day meaningful for the people we serve.
As a caregiver here, you can expect a workplace that values patience, professionalism, and heartfelt service. We strive to foster a positive atmosphere where staff can build strong relationships, feel appreciated for their work, and make a real difference in the lives of others.
If you are looking for a home where compassion guides everything we do and where your caregiving skills can truly shine, we would be proud to welcome you to Kindness and Grace AFH.
Job Opening Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable female Caregiver to join our adult family home team for day shifts. This role is ideal for someone who is committed to providing respectful, person-centered care and supporting residents with their daily needs in a safe and welcoming home environment. The Caregiver will assist with personal care, meals, medication support, companionship, and daily monitoring while helping maintain each resident’s dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
Compensation Range
Compensation for this position ranges from $15 to $18 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
Required Qualifications
Free training may be provided through The Long-Term Care Foundation for qualified candidates. We are looking for applicants who either currently hold or are prepared to meet the following required credentials and specialties for this position:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/NAC)
- Home Care Aide (HCA – 75 Hour)
- Dementia Specialty
- Mental Health Specialty
- First Aid & CPR
- Nurse Delegation Core
- Nurse Delegation (Diabetes Focus)
- Food Handlers / Food Safety
Responsibilities
The Caregiver in this role will provide hands-on support and attentive care to residents throughout the day. Responsibilities include both direct care and maintaining a safe, respectful, and well-managed living 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 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
We are looking for someone who brings professionalism, patience, and a caring attitude to the home each day. The ideal candidate should be able to work well with residents, communicate effectively, and contribute positively to the care team.
- Compassionate and resident-focused approach
- Dependable and punctual
- Strong communication and observation skills
- Respectful of resident privacy, dignity, and preferences
- Able to stay calm and respond appropriately in urgent situations
- Team-oriented and cooperative
- Organized and attentive to documentation
- Willing to follow care plans, training, and home policies
Shift and Schedule
This position is for day shift coverage. Exact scheduling details can be discussed during the interview process based on home needs and candidate availability.
Language Requirements
The ability to communicate clearly with residents, team members, and healthcare providers is important for this role.
- English
Candidates should be comfortable speaking, understanding, reading, and writing in English to support resident care, safety, and documentation.