Senior Care Specialist

The Senior Care Specialist’s duty is at the discretion of the employer.

There are a variety of personal senior care types of individuals.

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs), home health assistants (HHAs), registered nurses (RNs), and licensed practical nurses (LPNs). 

Caregivers provide help with activities of daily living as well as companionship. With each type of caregiver, there will be a difference in expectations, duties, and responsibilities concerning the senior. 

Some Responsibilities of a Senior Care Specialist:

• Administer doses of medications, keeping a log of each dose (based on State) 

• Dress wounds or give injections as needed based on medical recommendations 

• Measure vital signs and check for any irregular behaviors, temperatures, etc. 

• Track medical progress, taking daily notes and report any symptoms to family members, doctors and physicians 

• Transport to and from appointments, ensuring safety in all areas of mobility and use of getting in and out of wheelchair  

• Meal preparation, following all dietary restrictions, shopping for groceries, cooking and feeding  

• Personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming and using toilet 

• General housekeeping, washing dishes, laundry, cleaning bedroom, bathroom and all living areas 

• Planning activities, improving the quality of life by enhancing mental, physical and emotional needs  

• Companionship and consideration for a meaningful life, improving social support 

Qualifications to register as a Senior Care Specialist  

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in your domestic field  

• Educational background & degrees that apply to position  

• Impeccable references from 2-3 previous employers  

• Valid Drivers License  

• Proof of Citizenship  

• Clean Driving Record 

• Must pass background check  

• Credit check (depending on job duties)  

• Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking) 

• Comfortable with being legally employed (W2) and paid via Payroll 

• Valid Passport holder & willingness to travel  

• Legal to work in the U.S.  

• Non-Smoker 

• Drug- Free  

* Applicants may only apply if seeking long-term employment