Join as a Caregiver — Carefinder KK

Tell us about yourself

This helps families know a little about you before we match.

Full name*

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Age range*

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Gender* Select one

Female

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Religion* Select one

Muslim

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This helps us match you with families that are a good fit, especially for live-in jobs.

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Languages you speak* Select all that apply

Malay

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Which zone are you in?*

We use this to match you with nearby jobs. We never collect or share your exact address.

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When are you available to work?

Tell us what types of jobs you are open to.

What shifts can you do?* Select all that apply

Day shift — work during the day, go home in the evening

Night shift — work overnight, leave in the morning

Full shift — stay around the clock

Please select at least one shift type.

Where are you comfortable working?* Select all that apply

At a patient's home

At a hospital or care facility

Please select where you are comfortable working.

How much do you expect to be paid?*

RM per day

We will try to match you with jobs close to this rate. The actual pay depends on the family's budget.

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Are you available for work right now?* Select one

Yes — I am available for new jobs

No — I am currently on a job

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How much can you handle physically?

This helps us match you with patients you can safely take care of.

Your height and weight are only used for safe matching. They are never shown to families.

Your height*

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Your weight*

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What is the heaviest patient you are comfortable taking care of?* Select one

Under 50kg

Up to 60kg

Up to 70kg

Up to 80kg

Up to 90kg

Above 90kg

I am not sure yet

Being honest here helps us match you with patients you can handle comfortably. This protects both you and the patient.

Please select the maximum patient weight.

What kind of household are you comfortable working in?

This helps us match you with families where you will feel comfortable.

Are you comfortable working in a non-Muslim household?* Select one

Yes — I am comfortable

No — I prefer a Muslim household

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What are your dietary needs?* Select all that apply

No restrictions

Halal only

No pork

Vegetarian

No seafood

Other

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What sleeping arrangements are you comfortable with?* Select all that apply

Same room as the patient

Separate bedroom

Living room — mattress provided

On-site facility (hospital or hospice)

We urge all families to provide a proper mattress for live-in caregivers and a reclining chair for hospital jobs. Always confirm sleeping arrangements with the family before accepting a job.

Please select at least one sleeping arrangement.

Skills 1/9

How much experience do you have helping patients move around?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have taken care of patients who move around on their own — no physical help was needed

I have walked beside patients to help them keep their balance

What you should know

You should know the correct way to support a patient while walking. Holding patients under the arms is not recommended as it may cause injury.

I have pushed patients in a wheelchair

What you should know

You should know how to push a wheelchair safely on slopes and curbs, and how to use the brakes.

I have moved patients between the bed, wheelchair and toilet

What you should know

You should know how to safely hold and support a patient during transfers, including when helping them undress for a shower.

I have taken care of bedridden patients — lifting, turning and repositioning them in bed

What you should know

You should know how to change a bedridden patient's diaper without fully lifting them, and how to turn them to prevent bed sores.

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 2/9

How much experience do you have helping patients with bathing and toileting?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have taken care of patients who handle their own bathing and toileting

I have stayed nearby while patients bathed or used the toilet on their own, just in case they needed help

I have helped patients with bathing

What you should know

You should know how to prepare a bath properly, check the water temperature, dry the patient well, and protect any wounds during bathing.

I have helped patients with toilet and diaper changes

What you should know

You should know how to put on a diaper properly to prevent leaks, and how to clean and dry the patient's skin between changes.

I have handled all bathing, toilet and diaper care for patients who cannot do anything on their own

What you should know

You must be truly comfortable handling human waste with respect. You should keep the patient clean to prevent skin infections, and approach every task with patience.

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 3/9

How much experience do you have helping patients with medication?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have taken care of patients who do not need any medication

I have reminded patients when it is time to take their medicine

I have helped patients take medicine that was already sorted in a pill box

What you should know

You should always check that you are giving the right medicine, the right amount, at the right time.

I have checked and recorded health readings like blood sugar or blood pressure

What you should know

You should know how to use health monitoring equipment correctly, record the readings accurately, and keep the equipment clean.

I have managed complex medication routines with strict timing that cannot be missed

What you should know

You should follow the medication routine carefully and not miss any timing. If the patient does not seem right, let the family know immediately.

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 4/9

How much experience do you have helping patients eat?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have taken care of patients who eat completely on their own

I have prepared and set up food for patients — they ate on their own

What you should know

You should know the basics of food safety and hygiene when handling patient meals.

I have sat with patients during meals to encourage them and make sure they eat safely

What you should know

You should be able to spot early signs of eating difficulty and know when to ask for help.

I have fed patients by hand every meal

What you should know

You should know how to cut food into safe sizes, check the temperature before feeding, and never rush the patient.

I have helped patients with serious eating difficulties like swallowing problems or tube feeding

What you should know

You should have hands-on experience with tube feeding and thickened liquids, and know how to spot feeding problems early.

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 5/9

How much experience do you have preparing meals?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have worked in jobs where meal preparation was not part of my role

I have served food that was already prepared by the family

I have cooked simple daily meals for the patient

I have prepared special meals for patients with dietary needs (e.g. diabetic meals or soft food)

I have managed all meals for the patient and the whole household

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 6/9

How much experience do you have with household tasks?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have worked in jobs where household tasks were not part of my role

I have cleaned the patient's room and washed the patient's clothes only

I have cleaned the patient's room and shared areas like the living room and bathroom

I have done all of the above plus washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen

I have managed all cleaning and laundry for the whole household

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 7/9

How much experience do you have helping patients with exercises or rehabilitation?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have taken care of patients who do not need any exercises or rehabilitation

I have reminded patients to do their exercises

I have helped patients with simple exercises — light physical support

What you should know

You should be able to remember the exercise routine and count repetitions correctly.

I have followed exercise routines given by a physiotherapist — making sure the patient does them correctly and regularly

What you should know

You should understand each exercise and make sure the patient does it with the right movement. Attending physiotherapy sessions with the patient is strongly encouraged.

I have provided intensive exercise support multiple times a day

What you should know

You should record each session — what was done, how many times, and adjust the exercises as the patient gets stronger.

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 8/9

How much experience do you have with patients who are confused or difficult to manage?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

I have taken care of patients who are cooperative and easy to communicate with

I have taken care of patients who are sometimes stubborn or refuse to follow routines — but are not aggressive

What you should know

You should be patient and find ways to encourage the patient without forcing or arguing with them.

I have taken care of patients who sometimes act in ways that are confusing or hard to predict

What you should know

You should stay calm and not panic when a patient behaves in unexpected ways.

I have taken care of patients who often get upset, restless or raise their voice — usually because of confusion or pain, not on purpose

What you should know

You should understand that the patient is not attacking you personally. Stay calm and reassure them gently.

I have taken care of patients with severe confusion who cannot follow instructions or hold a conversation

What you should know

You need patience, emotional strength, and consistency. These patients cannot control their behaviour.

Patients who are physically aggressive are not suitable for this platform.

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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Skills 9/9

How much experience do you have with overnight care?

Pick the one that best describes what you have done before.

If you take overnight jobs, you are expected to manage your own rest so you can stay alert when the patient needs you.

I have done overnight jobs where the patient slept through the night — no help was needed

I have done overnight jobs where the patient sometimes woke up once — quick help, then back to sleep

I have done overnight jobs where the patient woke up 2 to 3 times — quick help each time

I have done overnight jobs where the patient woke up once but needed a long time to settle back to sleep

I have done overnight jobs where the patient woke up 2 to 3 times and each time needed a long time to settle back to sleep

Choosing the right level helps us match you to jobs where you can do your best. Accurate profiles lead to better matches and stronger reviews.

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We will contact you on WhatsApp when a job matches your profile. Your number is private and never shared publicly.

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