Could becoming a caregiver be the right path for you?

 

        Have you ever thought of becoming a caregiver? College is not required. It takes a very special human to take on this role. “There is intrinsic security that comes from helping other people in a meaningful way” (Covey, 2020, p. 353). 

        According to an article titled, “Top Qualities to Look for in a Caregiver” (2015), you need to have the following qualities:

        Caregivers value being around people. They enjoy one-on-one interactions. They value the opportunity to make a difference in their community. They like variety in assignments throughout their day. They value getting out from behind a desk and creating a lasting impact on those who are sometimes overlooked. “Caregivers don’t want to invest in years of formal education but are willing to learn new skills and continue training to do their job well” (Chamberlain, 2015). 

        Becoming a caregiver is another career path to consider. Click here to take a brief assessment to see if it is the right path for you. Click here for more ideas and opportunities for an exciting future that does not include college. Please share my blog with those around you and leave a comment below. Thank you for adding your voice to mine as we help students find their place in this ever-changing world. #collegeisnotthepathforeveryone

References

Chamberlain, A. (2015, January 12). Caregiving jobs: Why do you want to be a caregiver?  https://www.easylivingfl.com/blog/why-choose-caregivingjobs#:~:text=Good%20Reasons%20for%20Considering%20Caregiving,with%20a%20variety%20of%20elders.

Covey, S. R. (2020). The 7 habits of highly effective people, Chapter about HABIT 7. 

Jobs. Caregivers.com | Jobs. (n.d.). https://www.caregivers.com/caregiving-jobs

Top qualities to look for in a good caregiver. Community Home Health Care. (2015, July 16). https://commhealthcare.com/top-qualities-to-look-for-in-a-good-caregiver/

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Despain, N. (2022, May 2). Image created using "Top qualities to look for in a good caregiver." Community Home Health Care.  https://commhealthcare.com/top-qualities-to-look-for-in-a-good-caregiver/

Nathan Eldon Tanner quote: "service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living on this earth.". Quotefancy. (n.d.). https://quotefancy.com/quote/1613990/Nathan-Eldon-Tanner-Service-is-the-rent-we-pay-for-the-privilege-of-living-on-this-earth

 Sons in the workplace: The role of male caregivers. Home Instead. (2021, April 15). https://www.homeinstead.com/location/529/news-and-media/sons-in-the-workplace-the-role-of-male-caregivers/

What is a caregiver? | Johns Hopkins Medicine. (n.d.). YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oK8eYmJUt7Y