Caretaker

Job Title: Care Taker

Department: Home Care Services

Location: Chennai / Client Location

Reports To: Nursing Supervisor / Operations Executive

Job Summary:

The Care Taker is responsible for providing personal assistance, daily care, and support to patients or elderly clients at home or healthcare facilities. The role involves helping clients with day-to-day activities, maintaining hygiene, ensuring comfort, and assisting medical or nursing staff when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care & Assistance
• Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
• Ensure personal hygiene and cleanliness of the patient.
• Monitor patient condition and report any changes to the nurse or supervisor.
• Support in medication reminders and simple medical routines as advised by healthcare staff.
• Household Support
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the patient’s room or home environment.
• Prepare and serve meals as per dietary requirements.
• Ensure a safe and hygienic environment for the patient.
• Companionship & Emotional Support
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, especially the elderly.
• Engage patients in light conversations or activities for mental well-being.
• Coordination & Reporting
• Coordinate with the nursing team and report daily activities or incidents.
• Maintain basic care logs and shift records.
• Cooperate with visiting nurses, doctors, or physiotherapists.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum qualification: 10th standard or equivalent.
• Prior experience as a Care Taker / Attender / Home Health Aide preferred.
• Basic understanding of hygiene, safety, and patient handling.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow instructions.
• Kind, patient, and responsible attitude toward elderly and sick individuals.

Working Conditions:

• Work Type: Full-time / Live-in / Shift-based (as per assignment)
• Work Location: Client’s residence / Hospital / Care facility
• Reporting: Nursing Supervisor or Operations Executive

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher, Internship, Freelance

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person