Caregiver - Herndon, VA

Caregiver - Herndon, VA

A welcoming family in Herndon, VA 20171 is seeking an attentive, patient senior companion/caregiver to care for an 85-year-old woman living with dementia. While she is physically healthy and mobile, she requires engaging interaction, gentle support with hygiene, and attentive supervision to ensure her overall safety and well-being at home.

Schedule:

• Tuesdays and Wednesdays (flexible hours between 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Approximately 14 hours per week, with potential for additional hours if interested

Family Specifications:

• Care recipient is an 85-year-old female who is physically well and ambulatory, but experiences memory loss, isolation, and cognitive decline
• Values a caregiver who brings an assertive yet warm, gentle, and respectful approach to daily support

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct companionship, active conversation, and cognitive engagement to prevent isolation
• Offer assertive, respectful guidance and assistance with personal hygiene, including help with showering once per week
• Provide medication reminders
• Prepare or heat up simple, healthy meals and ensure proper eating habits
• Provide attentive safety monitoring within the home
• Encourage light physical activity, such as accompanied walks inside the building or outside around the complex

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with seniors living with dementia and managing challenging behaviors
• Ability to offer firm, structured, and respectful care while maintaining a warm demeanor
• Preferred: Knowledge or fluency in Chinese (Traditional / Cantonese / Hong Kong S.A.R. dialect); client also speaks English

Compensation:

• $23 to $25 per hour

All candidates will be subject to a background check. This position requires proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. The family is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant experience with dementia care.

Important Information:

Wellthy is not an agency. This is a private, family-hired position. We provide Care Coordination services to families nationwide, which may include connecting families with potential caregivers. All caregivers are hired directly by the family and are not employed by Wellthy. We take privacy very seriously. For questions on our Applicant Privacy Policy or to review, please visit our careers page. (Job #73968).