Job Description
Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver
Job Summary:
As an Alzheimer's and Dementia Caregiver at Cornerstone Caregiving, you will make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals living with Alzheimer's and dementia-related diseases. Our caregivers are dedicated to providing exceptional, dementia-informed care and support, with a focus on personalized care plans, patience, and consistency. This is a specialized role — we are looking for caregivers who understand the unique challenges of dementia care, not general caregiving alone.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Timely reminders to clients about prescribed medications
Assisting with mobility in and around the house, including fall-risk awareness
Personal care and hygiene support
Preparing meals in line with dietary needs
Light housekeeping
Companionship and meaningful engagement
Using redirection and calm de-escalation techniques for confusion, agitation, or sundowning
Supporting client safety, including wandering prevention and supervision
Following individualized behavioral care plans as directed by the office and RN
Observing and reporting changes in cognition, mood, or behavior to the office/family
Other duties as assigned within the scope of non-medical home care
Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum 1-2 years of caregiving experience, with direct, hands-on experience caring for individuals with Alzheimer's and/or dementia (required)
Working knowledge of common dementia behaviors (sundowning, wandering, repetition, agitation) and appropriate response techniques
A genuine passion for helping others
Superior interpersonal and communication skills
Unwavering patience and emotional steadiness
Willingness to travel between client homes
Ability to pass a background check
Completion of dementia-specific training modules within the first 30 days of hire (provided via Care Academy)
Desired Attributes:
• Sociable
• Confident
• Hardworking
• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Trustworthy
• Honorable
About Us:
Cornerstone Caregiving is proud to serve Southwest Atlanta and its surrounding areas, offering exceptional in-home care services. Our caregivers take the time to get to know each client individually, providing personalized care plans tailored to their needs. With a commitment to compassion and reliability, Cornerstone stands out as a trusted partner in maintaining independence and dignity.
Salary:
$15 - $20 HOURLY
Job Type:
SHIFTS
Minimum Years of Experience:
1
Join our team of compassionate caregivers and make a difference in the lives of others!
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