Caretakers can find below useful information about pay scale, different types of services, experience, and steps to apply for jobs.
Caretaker who works within the scope of employer’s household or land. The work responsibility of a caretaker includes laundry, cleaning, cooking, household maintenance, care for children and elderly dependents, and other household errands. The most common service is housekeeping, lawn maintenance includes gardening, lawn mowing, watering to plants. It is highly recommended to follow safety practices and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, eyeglasses, gloves, ear plugs to protect from injury or illness. Moreover, caretakers may provide auto assistance which includes keep car clean, provide assistance in transporting vehicles to and from the maintenance facility. These activities do require a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and a clean driving record in order to operate vehicles in a safe manner.
Find Work Find TalentCaretakers pay scale is $15-25 per hour depends on work responsibility, time duration, and special care if needed for seniors or children. Householders pay an average $1000/month for part-time job on Care4s.
Caretaker does not require previous experience but willing to learn the daily living activities and tasks. In addition, you can handle emergency situations, special care needs, lawn or auto assistance if needed. Successful Caretakers have the following skills:
It needs a thorough understanding of daily household tasks, daily care activities for seniors or children to provide clean, healthy, and safe environment. This will lead to become a successful or an “expert” caretaker: