Elderly Support Specialist

As an Elderly Support Specialist, you'll play a vital role in ensuring older adults thrive at home with optimal independence, health, safety, and happiness. TheKey is proud to be the largest private-pay provider for senior companionship and home care for aging seniors in North America, and we're looking for passionate professionals like you to join our team.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages and weekly pay, including overtime and holiday rates
• Comprehensive training, including virtual, online, and hands-on classes
• Benefits including medical coverage, virtual care, employer-paid life insurance, employee discount program, employee assistance program, and mileage reimbursement
• Industry-leading 401k retirement plan with 20% matching and immediate full vestment
• Year-round caregiver recognition programs and appreciation days
• Access to our CareAcademy for continued training and development
• 24/7 caregiver support team
• Supportive COVID-19 protocols and essential worker support, including a rapid response team and provided PPE

Responsibilities:

• Delivering exceptional care to dedicated clients in their homes
• Assisting with executing comprehensive personalized weekly schedules and care plans
• Completing daily tasks in a safe and professional manner, including Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Providing personal companionship and ongoing social and emotional support
• Assisting with personal care activities such as hygiene, mobility assistance, and meal preparation
• Ensuring order, safety, and client enjoyment at all times
• Providing transportation to and from appointments as needed
• Handling administrative functions such as documentation and reporting changes in clients' conditions

Qualifications:

• Home Health Aide (HHA) or Personal Care Aide (PCA) Certification or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
• Experience with Alzheimer's or dementia care
• Valid Basic Life Support Training (CPR)
• TB screening/PPD chest X-ray
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable means of transportation
• Empathy, compassion, and kindness are a must
• Ability to use sound judgment and remain calm in various situations
• Reliability, dependability, and punctuality are essential
• Basic computer skills and technical savviness
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a background check and provide references

TheKey is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.