Companion Caregiver (Sammamish, WA)

Visiting Angels • Sammamish, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Kirkland is hiring a Companion Caregiver to serve senior adults and home-care clients throughout Greater King County, including Sammamish, West Seattle, Des Moines, Normandy Park, and Kirkland. Caregivers help clients remain at home or recover at home with dignity. Visits vary by client and may include personal care, light housekeeping, exercise encouragement, medication reminders, shopping, meal planning and preparation, and assistance with mobility and transportation to appointments or walks. Caregivers must respond appropriately to medical emergencies and report health changes or unusual circumstances. The role offers shifts seven days a week, including morning, mid-day, evening, overnight, and live-in shifts. Work remotely: No.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Reliable transportation to client visits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Training or knowledge in First Aid and emergency response.
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship.
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards.
• HCA, CNA, or exemption letter with active NAR.
• Driver's license if applicable.

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, according to their abilities.
• Assist clients with mobility and ambulation, including getting around the house, attending doctor visits, and taking walks.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and report health changes or unusual circumstances.

Benefits

• $18.00–$22.00 per hour.
• Weekly payroll.
• Real-time phone access to clock-in/out, care plans, and care notes.
• 24-hour access to office staff.
• Flexible schedule in territories selected by the caregiver.
• Caregiver of the Month prizes of up to $500 for five selected caregivers.
• Free continuing education and training and development opportunities.
• Company-provided protective personal equipment.
• $250 employee referral program.
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan for full-time employees.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits available for full-time employees.
• Discounted homecare aide certification training for full-time employees.
• Annual gratitude bonus.
• Homecare Aide Certification Training offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED