Caregiver/Home Care Aide (Overnight Shift)

Synergy Homecare Franchising • Santa Monica, CA

98d • $20 - $23

About The Position

Join Our Caring Team as a Home Care Aide at SYNERGY HomeCare of Santa Monica! Experience the exceptional SYNERGY HomeCare of Santa Monica journey, where our shared mission is to deliver wholehearted, life-renewing care, honoring the unique preferences of each individual, within the cherished embrace of their own homes. When you embark on your role as a Home Care Aide (HCA) with the SYNERGY HomeCare team, you'll find yourself warmly embraced, acknowledged, and celebrated for the compassionate, life-affirming care that flows from your heart. Our commitment to our clients is unwavering, as we provide comprehensive support that enriches their lives and elevates their confidence, knowing they have a dedicated Home Care Aide like you by their side. As a Home Care Aide, you'll become the beacon of wholehearted care for our clients, positively impacting their daily lives with personalized support, companionship, and dedication. You'll help clients regain a sense of safety, maintain mental alertness, and enjoy a high quality of life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Driver's License (preferred)
• Proof of current 2-Step TB testing (Or Ability to Obtain)
• First Aid and CPR Certified (Or Ability to Obtain)
• Must be bondable
• Meet or exceed minimum qualifications for a criminal background check (National and required by state)
• Professional and Personal Reference Check
• Must be physically able to perform the functions of this position
• Have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of sufficient automobile insurance (when applicable)
• Satisfactorily complete SYNERGY HomeCare Orientation and online training modules as assigned
• Have the ability to learn and possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Have the ability to learn and possess good organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement a client's non-medical needs in accordance with the established Plan of Care
• Provide companionship for a client including, but not limited to talking and attentive listening, providing social and emotional support, and promoting mental alertness through client engagement and activities of client's interest
• Promote a sense of safety and well-being by notifying the SYNERGY HomeCare office of safety concerns
• Assist in meeting nutritional needs by providing meal planning, preparation, and grocery shopping as needed by the client
• Follow SYNERGY HomeCare's Infection Control Policies and notify the office if in need of appropriate PPE or supplies
• Follow mobile app/or other timekeeping methods instructions when clocking in and out for all scheduled shifts
• Provide medication reminders
• Observe and report any/all changes in the client's mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to the immediate supervisor in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain effective communication and professional relationships with clients, family members, or other members of the client's support system
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner and submit to the SYNERGY HomeCare office according to policy
• Utilize any/all equipment and supplies safely and properly
• Maintain confidentiality regarding client information (HIPAA)
• Adhere to the SYNERGY HomeCare dress code policy as specified in the Employee Handbook
• Report to work on time and ready to work for the day as scheduled shifts require
• Adhere to all SYNERGY HomeCare policies and procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook
• Provide clients in assisting with activities of daily living by providing SYNERGY HomeCare approved personal care activities including, but not limited to bathing, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, grooming, and oral hygiene

Benefits

• Compensation package ranging from $20.50 to $23
• Discounted BetterHelp memberships for mental health and wellness support
• Immediate work and flexible scheduling
• Skill development trainings
• Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED