
CAREGIVER FOR OVERNIGHT SHIFTS
BRING YOUR COMPASSION TO HELPING HEARTS AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
NOW HIRING – EXPERIENCED OVERNIGHT CAREGIVER!
7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | HOOVER, ALABAMA
Company: Helping Hearts USA LLC | Delora Care
Position: Experienced Overnight Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant
Location: Hoover, Alabama 35242
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-Hour Overnight)
Schedule: Ongoing Overnight Assignment
Employment Type: Part-Time / Full-Time Opportunities Based on Approved Schedule
Start Date: Immediate Hiring and Onboarding | Assignment Start Pending Authorization
Compensation: Competitive Pay Based on Experience
ARE YOU READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE?
Are you a dependable, punctual, professional, compassionate, and experienced caregiver who genuinely enjoys caring for seniors?
Do you understand the importance of fall prevention, attentive supervision, personal care, and providing meaningful companionship throughout an overnight shift?
If so, we want to hear from you!
Helping Hearts USA LLC is seeking an exceptional overnight caregiver to provide compassionate, one-on-one support to an elderly female resident in a beautiful assisted living community in Hoover, Alabama.
This client has been identified as a fall risk and needs a caregiver who is alert, patient, responsible, attentive, and proactive in maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
We are looking for a caregiver who understands that quality care requires more than simply being present. Our caregivers are expected to anticipate approved care needs, provide reassurance, maintain professional communication, and demonstrate genuine concern for the client's safety and well-being.
WE DO NOT HIRE SITTERS. WE HIRE CAREGIVERS!
This position requires an individual who takes pride in caregiving, remains actively involved, and understands the importance of providing dependable support to both the client and the care team.
PRIMARY CLIENT CARE RESPONSIBILITIES
FALL PREVENTION & SAFETY SUPERVISION
The client's safety is a primary responsibility of this assignment.
Caregivers must:
Provide attentive overnight supervision according to the individualized care plan.
Follow all documented fall-prevention precautions.
Remain responsive to the client's requests for assistance.
Support safe walking and mobility according to the assessed level of assistance.
Assist with approved transfers when trained and authorized.
Recognize and report unsafe mobility or balance concerns.
Encourage the use of prescribed or approved mobility aids.
Keep walking paths clear of clutter and obstacles.
Maintain appropriate lighting throughout the overnight shift.
Monitor for signs of dizziness, weakness, instability, or discomfort.
Provide calm reassurance and gentle redirection when appropriate.
Never rush the client during mobility or personal care.
Never attempt an unsafe transfer or lift.
Immediately notify facility personnel and the office of falls, near falls, injuries, or significant changes in condition.
The caregiver must understand that preventing avoidable safety incidents and following the client's approved supervision plan are essential responsibilities.
NIGHTTIME PERSONAL CARE & ASSISTANCE
Depending on the finalized assessment and care plan, responsibilities may include:
Assisting with toileting and nighttime bathroom routines.
Providing approved incontinence care.
Assisting with protective pads or undergarments.
Providing personal hygiene and perineal care.
Assisting with changing clothing when necessary.
Supporting the client's bedtime and morning routines.
Assisting with washing, grooming, and dressing when assigned.
Providing approved positioning or repositioning assistance.
Helping maintain clean, dry, and comfortable bedding.
Supporting safe transfers between approved surfaces.
Maintaining the client's privacy, dignity, and comfort.
Caregivers must be comfortable providing hands-on personal care to female clients and must honestly disclose their experience and any limitations affecting safe task performance.
COMPANIONSHIP & EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Our clients deserve compassionate caregivers who genuinely enjoy spending time with them.
Responsibilities include:
Building a positive and trusting relationship with the client.
Providing meaningful conversation and companionship.
Offering emotional reassurance and encouragement.
Respecting the client's personal preferences and established routine.
Using patient, respectful communication.
Providing appropriate redirection when necessary.
Supporting enjoyable activities during awake periods.
Remaining attentive to changes in mood, comfort, or behavior.
Encouraging independence while maintaining safety.
Supporting the client's established nighttime routine without unnecessary disruption.
Television, personal cell phones, or passive supervision are not substitutes for attentive caregiving.
Caregivers should respect the client's need for rest while maintaining the observation and response requirements established in the care plan.
OVERNIGHT SHIFT EXPECTATIONS
Shift Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Applicants must be prepared to provide attentive overnight care for the full 12-hour assignment.
Depending on the finalized service plan, responsibilities may include:
Receiving a thorough shift handoff.
Reviewing the client's care plan and safety requirements.
Assisting with bedtime preparation.
Monitoring the client's safety and comfort.
Providing authorized personal care throughout the night.
Assisting with nighttime toileting.
Responding promptly to requests for assistance.
Following individualized safety-check requirements.
Maintaining a safe and organized care environment.
Reporting changes in the client's condition.
Communicating with facility personnel when necessary.
Completing accurate WellSky documentation.
Preparing for the morning routine.
Providing an appropriate end-of-shift handoff.
Applicants must be capable of working an awake overnight assignment if the finalized supervision requirements call for continuous wakefulness.
Sleeping or resting arrangements must be expressly authorized by the agency and must never interfere with required client supervision.
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is located within an assisted living community.
Caregivers must:
Maintain professional relationships with facility nurses and staff.
Follow facility rules, safety procedures, and applicable resident-care requirements.
Communicate relevant concerns to authorized personnel.
Respect the client's privacy and confidentiality.
Understand the responsibilities assigned to Helping Hearts USA versus facility personnel.
Report significant changes in client condition promptly.
Follow appropriate emergency-response procedures.
Never perform medical or medication-related duties outside their authorized role.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude throughout the assignment.
Caregivers should recognize when additional facility assistance is required and must never attempt tasks beyond their training or authorization.
LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING & ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
When assigned in the client's approved care plan, responsibilities may include:
Making the client's bed.
Changing soiled linens.
Maintaining a clean bedside area.
Organizing personal belongings.
Keeping care supplies properly stored.
Emptying approved personal trash receptacles.
Keeping walking pathways clear.
Maintaining a tidy and comfortable room.
Cleaning up after approved personal care activities.
Reporting environmental hazards.
Completing assigned laundry or other light housekeeping tasks when authorized.
Client safety and supervision must always take priority over housekeeping.
Caregivers must comply with the facility's housekeeping policies and should not perform duties reserved for facility departments without authorization.
MEDICATION REMINDERS & NON-MEDICAL SUPPORT
Helping Hearts USA LLC provides non-medical caregiving services.
Caregivers may provide approved medication reminders or permitted assistance with self-administration only when specified in the client's care plan and authorized under agency policy.
Caregivers must not independently:
Administer medications outside their authorized scope.
Select or change medication dosages.
Sort medications without authorization.
Make medication decisions.
Diagnose medical conditions.
Perform nursing procedures without the appropriate authorization and credentials.
Medication concerns, refusals, or observed adverse reactions must be communicated promptly according to agency and facility procedures.
THE CAREGIVER WE ARE LOOKING FOR
DEPENDABLE. PUNCTUAL. PROFESSIONAL. COMPASSIONATE. PATIENT. PROACTIVE.
DEPENDABILITY
Consistently honor accepted shifts.
Maintain reliable attendance.
Complete the entire scheduled shift.
Follow all company scheduling and confirmation procedures.
Understand the importance of consistent care for vulnerable clients.
PUNCTUALITY
Arrive on time and ready to work.
Account for traffic, transportation, and other commitments.
Complete appropriate shift handoffs.
Never leave early without authorization.
PROFESSIONALISM
Treat clients, family members, facility personnel, and coworkers with respect.
Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
Follow agency policies and facility requirements.
Accept constructive feedback.
Communicate concerns appropriately.
PATIENCE & COMPASSION
Treat the client with dignity and kindness.
Remain calm during challenging situations.
Provide reassurance and respectful assistance.
Allow adequate time for the client to respond or complete activities.
Recognize and respect the client's preferences.
PROACTIVE CAREGIVING
Follow the care plan without requiring constant reminders.
Recognize approved care needs.
Maintain an organized and safe environment.
Respond promptly when assistance is needed.
Take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Complete accurate documentation.
Report concerns immediately.
Follow attendance procedures.
Maintain professional conduct.
Perform every assigned task safely and responsibly.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least one year of professional caregiving, home care, personal care, or related experience.
Previous experience providing hands-on personal care to seniors.
Experience assisting clients with activities of daily living.
Understanding of fall-prevention procedures.
Comfortable supporting clients with mobility and balance concerns.
Comfortable providing female personal care.
Ability to safely perform the essential duties of the assignment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Dependable attendance and punctuality.
Reliable personal transportation.
Valid driver's license.
Current automobile insurance.
Reliable access to a smartphone.
Ability to use electronic scheduling and documentation systems.
Willingness to follow written care plans and office instructions.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and client confidentiality.
Willingness to complete required training and onboarding.
Ability to successfully complete applicable employment screenings.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Home Health Aide or Personal Care Assistant experience.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Assisted living or senior living experience.
One-on-one overnight care experience.
Fall prevention and mobility assistance.
Personal hygiene and incontinence care.
Safe transfer techniques.
Gait belt experience.
Walker and wheelchair assistance.
Dementia and memory care experience.
Gentle redirection and behavioral support.
Experience with electronic care documentation.
Applicants should clearly explain their previous overnight caregiving experience and comfort level assisting clients with fall risks and personal care.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Caregiving is an active position that may require:
Standing and walking for extended periods.
Bending, reaching, kneeling, and squatting.
Supporting a client's balance during approved activities.
Assisting with authorized transfers.
Providing hands-on personal care.
Helping with clothing and protective undergarments.
Completing authorized light housekeeping.
Responding promptly to emergencies.
Remaining awake throughout assignments designated as awake overnight shifts.
Applicants must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law.
REQUIRED COMPANY UNIFORM
Helping Hearts USA caregivers must report to every shift wearing the approved company uniform.
Uniform Requirements:
Solid navy-blue scrub top.
Solid navy-blue scrub pants.
Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes appropriate for caregiving.
Clean, professional appearance.
Hair secured when necessary for safety.
Appropriate personal hygiene.
No strong fragrances.
Required personal protective equipment when applicable.
Caregivers must arrive properly dressed, punctual, and prepared to begin working immediately at the scheduled shift start time.
ATTENDANCE, SHIFT CONFIRMATIONS & COMMUNICATION
OUR CLIENTS DEPEND ON US. WE DEPEND ON OUR CAREGIVERS.
Caregivers are expected to:
Review their schedules regularly.
Confirm assigned shifts according to company procedures.
Respond promptly to scheduling communications.
Report attendance concerns directly to Operations.
Follow established call-off procedures.
Arrive on time for every assignment.
Clock in and out accurately using the approved system.
Remain for their full scheduled shift.
Complete required shift handoffs.
Remain until appropriate relief arrives when continuous coverage is required.
Obtain office authorization before leaving early.
Notify Operations of requested schedule changes.
Never make schedule changes directly with clients or facility personnel without office approval.
Maintain reliable telephone communication.
Applicants must account for transportation, childcare, personal appointments, and other employment obligations before accepting shifts.
Repeated tardiness, last-minute call-offs, failure to confirm shifts, unauthorized early departures, or failure to follow attendance procedures may result in corrective action or removal from assignments.
WELLSKY DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
Caregivers must accurately document all completed services and observations through WellSky.
Documentation may include:
Arrival and departure times.
Completed assigned care tasks.
Toileting and incontinence assistance.
Personal hygiene and dressing.
Mobility and transfer assistance.
Client companionship and activities.
Safety checks and observations.
Meals and hydration when applicable.
Changes in behavior or condition.
Falls, injuries, and near falls.
Refused care.
Tasks not completed and the reason.
Communication with facility personnel.
Communication with the Helping Hearts USA office.
Other information required by the approved care plan.
Never mark a task completed if it was not performed.
All documentation must be accurate, factual, complete, and submitted according to company requirements.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & CLIENT SAFETY
Caregivers must:
Treat every client with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Follow the individualized care plan.
Protect client confidentiality.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries.
Respect the client's property and belongings.
Follow infection-prevention procedures.
Wear required protective equipment.
Keep the care environment safe and organized.
Report concerns immediately.
Avoid unnecessary distractions.
Refrain from unauthorized personal cell phone use.
Never wear earbuds while providing care.
Never bring unauthorized visitors, children, or pets to assignments.
Never interfere with facility safety equipment or approved monitoring systems.
Follow emergency procedures and all company policies.
Professionalism, accountability, safety, and client dignity are mandatory expectations throughout every shift.
REQUIRED APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicants must be prepared to provide:
A current professional resume.
A complete five-year employment history.
Five professional references with current contact information.
Previous employment dates and job titles.
Detailed professional caregiving experience.
Relevant certifications and training.
Complete weekly availability.
Overnight and weekend availability.
Preferred work locations.
Maximum reasonable commuting distance.
Valid driver's license information.
Current automobile insurance.
Required employment and onboarding documentation.
Professional references should include previous supervisors, managers, or employers who can speak to the applicant's work performance.
Friends and family members are not accepted as professional references.
BACKGROUND CHECKS, SCREENING & ONBOARDING
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable screening and onboarding requirements.
These may include:
Criminal background screening as permitted by law.
Abuse and neglect registry checks.
Applicable sex-offender registry screening.
Employment history verification.
Professional reference checks.
Pre-employment drug screening when required.
Employment eligibility verification.
Caregiver orientation.
Required training.
Skills verification when applicable.
Assignment-specific onboarding.
Applicants must provide complete and truthful information throughout the hiring process.
For Form I-9 verification, applicants may present any legally acceptable document or combination of documents.
Sensitive personal documentation must be submitted through approved secure channels.
WHY JOIN HELPING HEARTS USA?
At Helping Hearts USA LLC, we recognize the dedication, professionalism, and compassion of our caregivers.
We strive to maintain a supportive, team-oriented environment where caregivers understand the importance of their role and have opportunities to build meaningful relationships with clients.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation based on experience.
Overnight caregiving opportunities.
Consistent client assignments when available.
Opportunities for additional shifts.
Meaningful one-on-one client relationships.
Support from our Operations team.
Orientation and ongoing training.
Professional development opportunities.
Experience supporting clients in different care settings.
Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.
Specific hours and assignments depend on client needs, authorization, caregiver qualifications, and availability.
APPLY TODAY – JOIN THE HELPING HEARTS FAMILY!
YOUR COMPASSION. YOUR COMMITMENT. YOUR CAREER.
Are you an experienced caregiver who is reliable, professional, compassionate, and prepared to provide attentive overnight care?
Do you understand the importance of fall prevention, personal care, client dignity, dependable attendance, and maintaining a safe environment?
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THIS JOB POSTING!
Submit your application and current professional resume through Apploi.
Please include your:
Professional caregiving experience.
Overnight availability.
Experience with fall prevention and mobility assistance.
Personal care and incontinence care experience.
Experience working in assisted living communities.
Relevant certifications and training.
Complete weekly availability.
Preferred work locations.
Employment history and professional references.
Qualified applicants who demonstrate the required experience, dependability, professionalism, and commitment to exceptional care will be considered for the next steps in our hiring process.
HELPING HEARTS USA LLC
A Delora Care Company
CALL OR TEXT: 615-645-3999
WE ARE NOT LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO SIMPLY FILL A SHIFT.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
BECOME A HELPING HEARTS CAREGIVER TODAY!
Where Compassion, Commitment, and Exceptional Care Come Together.
Helping Hearts USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive, respectful, and professional workplace.
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