In Home Senior Care Careers
Now Hiring Caregivers!
Gentle Shepherd Home Care is currently hiring warm-hearted, compassionate, patient and professional caregivers who enjoy working with and assisting seniors and those with special needs. We are a “premier” and locally-owned home care (non-medical) agency who provides “best-in-class”, in-home care services for the elderly and those with special needs. We are hiring in Colorado Springs and surrounding areas.
We value our caregivers by offering:
• Higher pay
• Excellent benefit
• Rewarding careers with advancement
• Monetary recognition rewards for outstanding service and tenure
• Full tuition and hours paid for Specialized Training & Certifications to enhance skills and professional credentials
• Flexible Schedules available: Full or part-time, weekdays, weekends, nights, overnights, 24/7
• We provide a positive, supportive work environment and are looking for flexible, experienced, honest, compassionate, and reliable caregivers
Services we provide:
• Companionship
• Meal Preparation
• Toileting/Incontinence assistance
• Shopping: Grocery, dry-cleaning, other
• Mobility & Transfer Assistance
• Respite Care for family members
• “Sitting” Care for those in the Hospital,
Nursing Homes, Rehab Centers, etc.
Nursing Homes, Rehab Centers, etc.
• Light Housekeeping & Gardening
• Bathing, grooming, dressing
• Transportation, Errands, Hospital Discharge, Doctor visits
• Medication reminders
• Organizing and scheduling appointments
• Pet Care
• Specialized Care & Support
Access to Specialized Training & Certifications
• Cancer
• Dementia
• Diabetes
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Stroke Recovery
• Post Surgery
• COPD/Respiratory
• Safety & Fall Prevention
• COVID-19
• Heart Disease
Candidates must meet the following qualifications:
• Minimum of 21 years of age
• Minimum of 2 years of proven experience working with the elderly in a caregiving role
• Experience with meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, mobility & transfer
• Experience caring for Cancer, Dementia, Diabetes, Stroke or post-surgery care/support a plus!
• A High School Diploma or (GED) required. A CNA or HHA certification is not required but a plus!
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screening
• 3 verifiable professional references
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License, good driving record, reliable auto & proof of insurance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or documentation of work eligibility in the U.S.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written). Must be able to speak and write English
• Detail oriented, organized, able to keep detailed records
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs
• Have a cell phone or way to communicate with the office daily
• Be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
We welcome qualified caregivers who are seeking long-term and rewarding relationships with our clients and our team.
