Caretaker Job Description
Caretaker Job Description Template
Caretakers maintain properties, ensuring cleanliness, functionality, and safety. Responsibilities encompass routine upkeep, minor repairs, and emergency fixes. Tasks may include landscaping, cleaning, and addressing tenant concerns.
Responsibilities:
- Caring for the physical and emotional needs of individuals or animals under their supervision
- Ensuring that the living environment is kept clean and safe
- Providing meals and medications according to specific instructions
- Assisting with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Monitoring and reporting any changes in the individual's or animal's behavior or physical condition
- Creating and implementing a schedule for activities and appointments
- Communicating effectively with family members, healthcare providers, and other relevant parties
- Ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards of care
Requirements:
- Candidate must have prior experience in caretaking or a related field
- Ability to carry out daily tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and cooking
- Strong communication skills to interact with tenants, landlords and contractors
- Ability to handle emergencies and difficult situations in a calm and professional manner
- Excellent organizational skills to keep track of schedules, maintenance tasks and inventory
- Physical fitness and ability to lift heavy objects
- Flexibility to work weekends or evenings if required
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation