Private Duty Caregiver

Private Duty Caregiver – Job Description

Position Title:

Private Duty Caregiver (Non-Medical In-Home Care)

Reports To:

Care Manager / Client or Family / Agency Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Private Duty Caregiver provides compassionate, one-on-one non-medical support and assistance with daily living activities to clients in their homes. This role focuses on promoting comfort, independence, safety , and quality of life for individuals who may be elderly, disabled, recovering from illness, or living with chronic conditions.

Key Responsibilities:
Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs):

• Bathing, grooming, dressing.
• Toileting and incontinence care.
• Mobility assistance (transferring, walking, repositioning).
• Feeding and meal assistance.

Perform Light Housekeeping Duties:

• Meal planning and preparation.
• Laundry and linens.
• Dishwashing and kitchen cleanup.
• Light vacuuming and dusting.

Provide Companionship and Emotional Support:

• Engage in conversation and recreational activities.
• Accompany clients on walks, errands, or appointments (if permitted).

Ensure a Safe Environment:

• Monitor for fall risks and general safety concerns.
• Assist with medication reminders (as per care plan; no direct administration unless certified).

Observe and Report:

• Document daily care tasks and report changes in client condition to family or supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines (if agency-affiliated)

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age 18 (or as required by state law).
• Previous caregiving experience (formal or informal).
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if travel is required).
• Ability to lift, move, or support clients (may require lifting up to 50 lbs).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification (not always required).
• CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Experience with dementia, Alzheimer’s, stroke recovery, or physical disabilities.
• Familiarity with mobility aids (wheelchairs, walkers, Hoyer lifts).

Work Environment & Conditions:

• In-home care setting (client’s residence).
• May involve exposure to pets, stairs, smoke, or other household conditions.
• Shifts may vary (day, evening, overnight, live-in).
• Part-time, full-time, or flexible scheduling available.

Work Environment & Conditions:

• In-home care setting (client’s residence).
• May involve exposure to pets, stairs, smoke, or other household conditions.
• Shifts may vary (day, evening, overnight, live-in).
• Part-time, full-time, or flexible scheduling available.

Salary & Benefits (Varies by Employer):
Pay Range: $16 – $20 per hour (depending on experience, client needs, and location).

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Health insurance.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Ongoing training or certification support.