{"id":3984,"date":"2026-04-20T08:00:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T08:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/job\/specialised-live-in-elderly-care-assistant16-views\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T00:50:44","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T00:50:44","slug":"specialised-live-in-elderly-care-assistant16-views","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/?post_type=job_listing&p=3984","title":{"rendered":"SPECIALISED LIVE-IN ELDERLY CARE ASSISTANT\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t16 views"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>VACANCY: SPECIALISED LIVE-IN ELDERLY CARE ASSISTANT GABORONE<br \/>\nRole:<br \/>\n24hr live-in care for female (80s) with partial blindness. High maturity &amp; patience required for sensitive care.<\/p>\n<p>Job Summary<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<br \/>\nRequirements<br \/>\nHow to Apply<\/p>\n<p>Job Summary<\/p>\n<p>Type: full-time<br \/>\nLocation: Gaborone<br \/>\nCategory: Healthcare<br \/>\nClosing Date: 2026-05-04<\/p>\n<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Full assistance with bathing, grooming, and feeding<br \/>\nGuided mobility &amp; hazard management for visual impairment<br \/>\nNight nursing, health monitoring and medication oversight<br \/>\nProfessional housekeeping and meal prep<\/p>\n<p>Requirements<\/p>\n<p>Elderly Care Assistant Certificate<br \/>\nAdvanced Night Nursing and Au Pair Course<br \/>\nFirst Aid Level 1 &amp; CPR<br \/>\nHigh level of maturity; proven rapport with high-needs elderly; physical stamina for lifting\/bathing.<\/p>\n<p>How to Apply<br \/>\nCV, certified certificates &amp; references to daphkudzi@gmail.com \/ 74358158<br \/>\nFrequently Asked QuestionsWhat qualifications or certifications are typically required for a Specialised Live-In Elderly Care Assistant in Botswana?Candidates often need a relevant certificate in home-based care, basic nursing assistant skills, or first aid. A police clearance and demonstrable experience in caring for the elderly are also highly valued by employers in Botswana.<br \/>\nWhat are the common day-to-day responsibilities of a live-in elderly care assistant in Botswana?Typical duties include assisting with personal hygiene, medication reminders, meal preparation, and providing companionship to the elder. You will also help with light household tasks and ensure the elder&#8217;s environment is safe and comfortable while respecting family traditions.<br \/>\nWhat are the local work culture and expectations for a live-in care assistant in Botswana?Respect for elders (badimo), patience, and cultural sensitivity are paramount when working in a Motswana household. Maintaining professional boundaries while integrating into the home environment is also a key expectation for live-in roles.<br \/>\nWhat are the realistic career progression opportunities for a Specialised Live-In Elderly Care Assistant in Botswana?<\/p>\n<p>With experience, you can specialize in areas like dementia care, pursue advanced certifications in nursing, or move into supervisory roles coordinating other care assistants. Some also opt to start their own home care services after gaining substantial experience and a strong reputation.<br \/>\nWhat kind of benefits, such as leave or medical aid, can a live-in care assistant typically expect in Botswana?Live-in roles typically include accommodation and meals as part of the package, in addition to statutory annual leave and sick leave. Access to medical aid or a pension scheme depends on the employer&#8217;s policy and the formality of the employment contract, which can vary.<br \/>\nHow should I apply for this role, and what do employers in Botswana look for in candidates?Submit a comprehensive CV, a compelling cover letter highlighting your experience and empathy, and strong professional references, especially from previous care roles. Employers prioritize candidates who demonstrate reliability, compassion, and a genuine commitment to elder care, often assessed through interviews and practical scenarios.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-categories":[585],"job-types":[13],"class_list":{"0":"post-3984","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-expired","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-gaborone","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/3984","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3984"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=3984"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=3984"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/botswana\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=3984"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}