Experienced Caregiver

Griswold Home Care for La Jolla•San Diego, CA

5d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Griswold Home Care in La Jolla is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as part-time Caregivers. This role involves providing non-medical elderly care, homemaking, and companionship services to help seniors live independently in their homes. The company, founded in 1982, is the oldest non-medical home care franchise organization in the country and operates in over 170 locations across 30 states. Griswold Home Care emphasizes timeless values of compassion and care, supporting families by referring professional caregivers. They also offer a scholarship program for individuals pursuing education in care-related fields.

Requirements

Language and literacy skills adequate to communicate needs and requests of the client.
Ability to read a care plan.
Ability to communicate via telephone and/or text messages with the Agency office.
Reliable transportation to and from a client’s home.
For cases requiring transportation, must have a valid driver’s license and positive driving record.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and frequently change positions for extended periods.
Completion of required 5 hours of training prior to client contact.
Human Services experience of at least 6 months is required.
Registered on CA Home Care Aide Registry, includes fingerprint criminal offender record check (state & FBI).
TB clearance that meets CA Health and Safety Code 1796.45.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), associate degree preferred.
Demonstrates empathy for vulnerable older adults and values their independence.
Maintain cheerful outlook while with client.
Capable of working independently when needed.
Punctual and hard working.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of professional caregiver experience preferred.
Experience with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, hospice or higher-acuity clients is a plus.
CNA or HHA certification is helpful, but not required.
Alzheimer's/dementia/diabetic experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide non-medical elderly care and home companionship.
Assist clients with various homemaking responsibilities.
Help clients maintain proper personal hygiene.
Aid clients with daily tasks such as bathing and feeding.
Provide companionship to clients with dementia or cognitive impairments.
Complete documentation for each shift and submit timely updates.
Communicate routinely with the office about client condition and needs.
Assist seniors on day shifts.
Prepare simple meals.
Complete daily tasks in a safe and professional manner.
Demonstrate appropriate cleaning techniques for the home environment.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave
Paid training & paid orientation
Mileage reimbursement
Flexible shifts
4-, 8-, and 12-hour day shifts may be available
Holiday Premium Pay
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Ongoing Training and Development Opportunities
Access to the Jean Griswold Foundation Scholarship Program
Competitive wage of $20-$25/hour
Advancement opportunities
Above-average pay
Robust appreciation programs
Opportunities for growth and development
Support from a responsive local care team
Opportunities for regular and consistent weekly hours
Thoughtful caregiver-client matching based on your experience, skills, location, and availability