Elderly Caregiver at OG Chrisman (3 Openings)

OG Chrisman is a dynamic Human Resources and Recruitment Agency based in Nigeria, dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with forward-thinking organisations. Leveraging deep expertise in recruiting across diverse sectors, OG Chrisman delivers tailored HR solutions — from talent acquisition and candidate screening to onboarding and workforce planning. With a commitment to integrity, efficiency, and long-term partnerships, OG Chrisman helps businesses build capable teams while empowering job seekers to find roles that align with their skills and aspirations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Elderly Caregiver

Location: Abuja (FCT), Lagos, and Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Shift-based / Live-in (as assigned)

Role Summary

• The Elderly Caregiver is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate, and professional non-medical care to elderly clients in their homes.
• The caregiver supports daily living activities, ensures comfort and dignity, monitors wellbeing, and follows care plans while maintaining strict safeguarding, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times.
• This role is critical to delivering a premium care experience and maintaining client trust.

Key Responsibilities
Personal & Daily Living Care

• Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene
• Support mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation
• Assist with toileting and continence care respectfully
• Support feeding and hydration according to the care plan
• Maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living areas

Companionship & Emotional Support

• Provide respectful companionship and conversation
• Support social engagement, memory stimulation, and routines
• Encourage independence while offering appropriate assistance
• Observe mood, behavior, and emotional well-being

Health Monitoring & Reporting

• Observe and report changes in physical or mental condition
• Monitor basic indicators such as appetite, sleep, mood, and mobility
• Follow medication reminders (no prescription or administration unless authorized)
• Report incidents, falls, or emergencies immediately

E-Care & Reporting Duties

• Participate in daily wellness check-ins and reporting
• Use approved tools (WhatsApp, call logs, reporting sheets) for updates
• Submit accurate daily care reports to the care coordinator
• Support the use of emergency alert devices where applicable

Safeguarding & Professional Conduct:

• Protect clients from abuse, neglect, or exploitation
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client information
• Follow company's safeguarding and code of conduct policies
• Maintain professional boundaries at all times

Collaboration & Compliance

• Follow individualized care plans prepared by nurses
• Cooperate with nurses, care coordinators, and supervisors
• Attend mandatory training and refresher sessions
• Comply with company SOPs, NDPR, and health & safety rules

Performance Indicators

• Client satisfaction and feedback
• Timely and accurate reporting
• Compliance with care plans and SOPs
• Professional conduct and attendance

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of OND/B.Sc/HND
• Formal caregiver training certificate is an advantage
• First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Previous experience caring for elderly clients preferred

Required Skills & Competencies

• Compassion, patience, and empathy
• Strong communication skills (English required)
• Ability to follow instructions and routines
• Trustworthiness and reliability
• Good observation and reporting skills

Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in elderly care, home care, or hospital support roles preferred

Physical & Personal Requirements

• Physically fit to assist with mobility and lifting
• Emotionally stable and respectful
• Clean background and verifiable references

Working Conditions

• Shift work, including weekends and holidays
• May involve live-in assignments
• Travel within Abuja is required.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.