Float - Caregiver/CNA
About The Position
SeaStar Senior Services, a locally owned in-home care and care management company in Portland, Oregon, is seeking caregivers and certified nursing assistants to provide compassionate care to seniors and vulnerable adults in their homes and throughout the Portland metro area. This float position requires availability five out of seven days each week to take short-notice, on-call shifts at various times and locations. The position guarantees two full days of pay when no shifts are offered and may be considered for promotion to In Home Care Supervisor when an opening becomes available. Care includes assistance in clients’ homes and, depending on client needs, personal care and medication administration. The role also involves meal preparation, light housekeeping, errands, and social interaction. SeaStar provides onboarding that includes background checks, drug screening, motor vehicle record checks, paid training and orientation, and a nurse evaluation before client assignment.
Requirements
- Be available five out of seven days each week for on-call, short-notice shifts.
- Have a driver's license, a car, and a clean driving record.
- Have a smartphone for clocking in and out and documentation.
- Pass a background check and drug screening.
- Have good observational and writing skills.
- Be CPR certified or able to obtain CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- CNA certification is preferred; training may be provided.
- Experience working with seniors and adults with disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Work as a float caregiver, accepting shifts with short notice.
- Travel throughout the Portland metro area to work at various homes and times.
- Provide home care to clients living in their own homes.
- Prepare meals, perform light housekeeping, and run errands.
- Provide social interaction, such as puzzles, games, and reading.
- Provide personal care according to assigned client needs.
- Administer medications according to assigned client needs.
- Complete clock-in and clock-out and documentation using a smartphone.
- Attend paid training, orientation, and nurse evaluation before client assignment.
Benefits
- Two full days of pay guaranteed if no shifts are offered.
- $400 per week guaranteed, as stated in the posting.
- Paid time off, described as guaranteed PTO leave.
- Paid orientation and training.
- Medical insurance.
- Flexible schedule.
- $200 bonus at 90 days for CNAs.
- Medication and annual training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
