Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels•Sacramento, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Sacramento is hiring compassionate, experienced Companion Caregivers to support senior adults and other home-care clients throughout the local area, including Sacramento, Davis, Elk Grove, Laguna, Lemon Hill, La Riviera, and Rosemont. Caregivers help clients remain or recover at home with dignity. Visits vary by client and may involve personal care, household support, meal preparation, mobility assistance, and companionship. Caregivers must also respond promptly to medical emergencies and report health changes or unusual circumstances. The role offers flexible scheduling, with part-time and full-time shifts available, including 8-hour and 10-hour shifts. Pay starts at $19.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on availability and experience. Overtime may be available.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and legally able to work in the United States.
Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 and provide a shot record.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to handle multiple duties.
Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
Physical endurance to carry groceries and physically support clients.
Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints.
Willingness and ability to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, including background checks.
Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients' days.
Ability to pass extensive background checks, including Live Scan fingerprinting.
Negative TB screening within the last 90 days.
Registration on the California Home Care Aide Registry.

Responsibilities

Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
Manage light housekeeping.
Encourage clients to meet exercise and fitness goals.
Prompt clients to take prescription medications at the appropriate times.
Help clients shop and put away groceries, or shop on their behalf.
Plan and prepare meals in collaboration with clients, based on their abilities and dietary constraints.
Assist clients with mobility and ambulation, including moving around the home, going to medical appointments, and taking walks.
Act quickly during medical emergencies and report health changes or unusual circumstances.
Use a smartphone for electronic visit verification (EVV) and caregiver notes.