Caregiver

ameriCARE San Francisco•Daly City, CA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for compassionate, thoughtful, and passionate caregivers to support elderly clients and people recovering from surgeries, injuries, or accidents. Caregivers provide personalized help with daily living, personal care, household tasks, mobility, meals, and medication reminders, while responding appropriately to emergencies. The employer is a family-owned franchise in San Francisco that emphasizes personalized in-home care, caregiver support, training, and career opportunities. Full-time and part-time shifts are available immediately. Listed schedules include a couple in Daly City (47.5 weekly hours) and a male client in San Francisco (11 weekly hours). The Daly City couple's assignment requires a CNA license. Spanish is a plus but is not required. Hoyer lift experience is specified for a particular client. The employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting and be eager to improve and continuously learn new skills.
Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every day.
Ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner.
Availability to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends.
At least one year of prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment.
Willingness to enforce health and safety standards.
Supportive and compassionate approach.
High school diploma or equivalent, or experience as a caregiver.
Take pride in providing high-quality care.

Nice To Haves

Spanish-speaking is a plus, but not required.
Hoyer lift experience is specified for a particular client.

Responsibilities

Provide personal hygiene assistance, including help with showering, bathing, dressing, and eating.
Remind clients to take prescribed medication.
Help clients with mobility at home and outside, including attending appointments and taking walks.
Assist with personal care and hygiene.
Plan and prepare meals; assist clients with meals, including serving and related tasks as needed.
Complete clients’ shopping or accompany them while shopping.
Perform housekeeping duties.
Report unusual incidents and respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
Offer activities essential to clients’ daily living.