Part Time Home Care Aide (HCA) (Elk Grove, CA)

Visiting Angels•Elk Grove, CA

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Sacramento is hiring part-time Home Care Aides to serve clients in Elk Grove and the surrounding local areas. The role involves enriching clients’ quality of life and supporting their wellness according to individualized care plans. Care may include personal care, companionship, help with mobility and exercise, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, shopping trips, and transportation to appointments or errands. Aides report health changes or unusual incidents and respond responsibly to emergencies. Advanced training opportunities are available in areas such as dementia and Alzheimer’s care.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
Be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 and provide a shot record.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Have a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Have excellent time-management skills and be able to manage multiple duties.
Have reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled care times.
Have the physical endurance to carry groceries and physically support clients.
Be comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints.
Be willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, including background checks.
Be compassionate, understanding, and committed to brightening clients’ days.
Be able to use a smartphone for electronic visit verification (EVV) and caregiver notes.
Pass extensive background checks, including Live Scan fingerprinting.
Have a negative TB screening within the last 90 days.

Responsibilities

Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
Plan and prepare meals with clients while observing applicable dietary constraints.
Handle light housekeeping duties.
Report health changes or unusual incidents.
Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.

Benefits

Competitive wages of $19.00–$21.00 per hour, depending on availability and experience.
Flexible scheduling.
Health, vision, and dental benefits after 90 days.
Paid training.
Weekly phone stipend.
Employee bonuses for caregiver and client referrals.
$150–$300 annual performance reviews and raises.
Company vehicles available for client outings.
Overtime opportunities.
Personal protective equipment provided.
401(k) matching.
Advanced training opportunities in dementia and Alzheimer’s care.