Comfort Keepers is a national home care agency that provides in-home care for seniors at many locations throughout the United States. Comfort Keepers is an established agency with a reputation for excellent customer service and caring for aging adults. We specialize in creating customized care plans for seniors in the comfort of their own homes. Our holistic approach to care is unique because we understand that no two clients are alike. Therefore, each client will have tailor-made services to suit their needs. We seek to hire part-time and full-time caregivers for clients in Bethlehem, PA, and the surrounding areas. If you live in Bethlehem or any surrounding area, consider applying for a caregiver position at Comfort Keepers Bethlehem. We need candidates ready to make a difference in the lives of our senior clients. Outstanding candidates are potential employees interested in caregiver jobs in the healthcare industry.

Our caregivers (also known as Comfort Keepers) are well-trained to exhibit high empathy and compassion for our clients. In addition, our caregivers must show clients understanding, kindness, and patience. Our Senior Care Advisors consult with our clients to connect them with compatible caregivers. Ideally, the job of a caregiver, or "comfort keeper," is not just to perform menial tasks. Caregivers must be able to provide companionship, or what we call "Interactive Caregiving," for our clients. For example, if a caregiver provides interactive care, they will not just cook meals but also assist the client with choosing and preparing them. They will do household chores, but they will also engage in social interactions with the client. When families cannot regularly care for their loved ones, a caregiver who provides companion care and Interactive Caregiving brings family members peace of mind. They can rely on someone to provide for their aging relative's mental, physical, and social well-being. Comfort Keepers offers comfort to the clients as well as their loved ones. Comfort Keepers stands out among the competition as one of the top-rated companies for caregiver jobs.

Why should you become a caregiver?

At least 8.3% of adults age 65 or older will have some physical challenges that require assistance. Although most seniors do not require placement in an assisted living facility, these physical challenges can affect the quality of their daily life. Providing a caregiver allows them to maintain as much normalcy in their daily activities as possible. If you enjoy social interaction, helping others, and making a difference, consider working at Comfort Keepers as a caregiver. Clients will appreciate having someone helping them stay in the comfort of their own homes.

According to statistics researched by the Joint Center for Housing Studies, the population of single adults aged 80 or older will increase dramatically over the next decade. Approximately 31% of single adults in this age group are living alone with difficulties managing their everyday activities. In-home care for seniors is a growing sector of the healthcare industry. At Comfort Keepers, you will be working with a company that provides innovative services to meet the needs of this booming population.

What are the benefits of a caregiver job at Comfort Keepers?

Unlike other home care agencies, our employees at Comfort Keepers are not contracted but are part-time or full-time employees. Therefore, you can access all the benefits and perks a company employee would have. Plus, we offer many benefits that other agencies do not provide. For example, at Comfort Keepers, our employees are eligible for medical insurance, vision care, and dental care. Caregivers also qualify for paid time off. In addition, you can get paid through direct deposit, and we offer immediate payment programs. Comfort Keepers offers competitive pay rates. We want to ensure that our employees are taken care of and that retention levels are excellent. These are incentives that we know our caregivers need to be able to do their jobs well. Our seniors need caregivers who enjoy what they do consistently over extended periods of time. Therefore, we are about developing relationships with our clients. Our caregivers understand the importance of maintaining strong relationships.

Our working environments are casual and friendly. At Comfort Keepers, you will not be just another employee but a welcomed addition to our family. You will feel right at home as a member of the Comfort Keepers team. If you enjoy helping people as much as we do, you will be an excellent fit for our family of caregivers. We welcome social interaction, friendly conversations, and a positive attitude.

Your safety is of the utmost importance; all our caregivers are bonded and insured. We also provide workers' compensation in case of an injury or accident in the workplace. Your well-being and health are our priorities. We want to ensure that our caregivers can seek the treatment needed to return to work as soon as possible and care for our clients.

The work schedule is flexible for part-time and full-time caregivers. You can commute to work sites near your home or whichever locations are convenient for you. Because you will be assisting our clients with tasks such as transporting them to doctor's appointments and grocery shopping, the ideal candidate will be familiar with the geographic location of their client. However, there is no need to worry if you need assistance becoming familiar with the area. Our Senior Care Advisors will guide you every step of the way.

What are the responsibilities of a caregiver? 

The responsibilities of a Comfort Keepers caregiver are:

• Assisting clients with housekeeping chores

• Assisting clients with personal hygiene, such as bathing and dressing if needed

• Transporting clients to and from medical appointments

• Grocery shopping

• Preparing meals

A caregiver's most significant responsibilities are providing social interaction and companionship. Here are some examples of activities you would do with a client:

• Engaging in meaningful conversations with your client

• Playing games and other social activities

• Meal planning and cooking together

These interactions will create fun and memorable experiences for you and your client. You will find yourself forging beautiful friendships that you will cherish for a long time. In addition, you will be contributing to the well-being and mental health of clients. Their quality of life will be better because you took the time to interact and engage with them.

What are the qualifications for caregiver jobs at Comfort Keepers?

The ideal candidate for a Comfort Keeper caregiver position will have strong empathy and compassion for people. We are looking for candidates who genuinely enjoy working with people from all walks of life. As a caregiver, you need to be patient and kind. Aging adults have to adjust to being less independent. Many clients have to rely on others to perform simple, everyday tasks. Tasks like washing dishes or doing laundry might be challenging because of their physical health. At times, this can cause one to become irritable and unpleasant. As you can imagine, this could be frustrating and heartbreaking for a client. An ideal candidate will be empathetic and caring, patient and kind. You must maintain a calm demeanor in difficult situations. Caregivers must be willing to do everything they can to ensure the clients of Comfort Keepers are leading happy and healthy lives. We need caregivers who will treat our clients with respect and dignity. If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and genuinely enjoy helping others, our caregiver jobs at Comfort Keepers in Bethelem might be the job for you. However, there are specific qualifications for caregiver positions.

Caregivers must have the following qualifications to apply:

• reliable transportation

• valid, up-to-date car insurance and registration

• be able to pass a background check

• be able to pass a drug test

• reliable, work-related references

Experience as a caregiver, home health aide, personal care assistant, CNA, or similar job is strongly considered but not required. Caregivers do not provide medical care. We are a non-medical in-home care service provider. However, some of their responsibilities might include helping the client remember to take their medicine. You might also be required to transport clients to medical appointments. Comfort Keepers trains all entry-level caregivers. In addition, you will receive paid training to become a caregiver.

Regardless of your job experience, our caregiver jobs rely on people passionate about caring for seniors. Clients often live alone with no one to talk to or engage in social activities with. Caregivers from Comfort Keepers will be providing the gift of human companionship. Our caregivers will be responsible for our client's mental health and well-being. You could be the agent of change. There are many aging adults living in isolation. When aging adults spend a lot of time in isolation, this could lead to adverse health issues. Loneliness and isolation can increase the likelihood of health issues such as depression and loss of mobility. You could be the light that brightens a client's day. You can make a difference.

Contact Comfort Keepers of Bethlehem today to get started on the path to a rewarding career in caregiving.