Home Care Aide (Weekend Shifts)

Synergy Homecare Franchising • Santa Monica, CA

98d • $20 - $23

About The Position

Join Our Caring Team as a Home Care Aide at SYNERGY HomeCare of Santa Monica! Experience the exceptional SYNERGY HomeCare of Santa Monica journey, where our shared mission is to deliver wholehearted, life-renewing care, honoring the unique preferences of each individual, within the cherished embrace of their own homes. When you embark on your role as a Home Care Aide (HCA) with the SYNERGY HomeCare team, you'll find yourself warmly embraced, acknowledged, and celebrated for the compassionate, life-affirming care that flows from your heart. Our commitment to our clients is unwavering, as we provide comprehensive support that enriches their lives and elevates their confidence, knowing they have a dedicated Home Care Aide like you by their side. As a Home Care Aide, you'll become the beacon of wholehearted care for our clients, positively impacting their daily lives with personalized support, companionship, and dedication. You'll help clients regain a sense of safety, maintain mental alertness, and enjoy a high quality of life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Driver's License (preferred)
• Proof of current 2-Step TB testing (Or Ability to Obtain)
• First Aid and CPR Certified (Or Ability to Obtain)
• Must be bondable
• Meet or exceed minimum qualifications for a criminal background check (National and required by state)
• Motor Vehicle Driving Record
• Professional and Personal Reference Check
• Must be physically able to perform the functions of this position
• Have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of sufficient automobile insurance (when applicable)
• Satisfactorily complete SYNERGY HomeCare Orientation and online training modules as assigned
• Have the ability to learn and possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Have the ability to learn and possess good organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Understand and implement a client's non-medical needs in accordance with the established Plan of Care
• Provide companionship for a client including, but not limited to talking and attentive listening, providing social and emotional support, and promoting mental alertness through client engagement and activities of client's interest
• Promote a sense of safety and well-being by notifying the SYNERGY HomeCare office of safety concerns
• Assist in meeting nutritional needs by providing meal planning, preparation, and grocery shopping as needed by the client
• Follow SYNERGY HomeCare's Infection Control Policies and notify the office if in need of appropriate PPE or supplies
• Follow mobile app/or other timekeeping methods instructions when clocking in and out for all scheduled shifts
• Provide medication reminders
• Observe and report any/all changes in the client's mental, physical, or emotional condition or home situation to the immediate supervisor in a timely manner
• Establish and maintain effective communication and professional relationships with clients, family members, or other members of the client's support system
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner and submit to the SYNERGY HomeCare office according to policy
• Utilize any/all equipment and supplies safely and properly
• Maintain confidentiality regarding client information (HIPAA)
• Adhere to the SYNERGY HomeCare dress code policy as specified in the Employee Handbook
• Report to work on time and ready to work for the day as scheduled shifts require
• Adhere to all SYNERGY HomeCare policies and procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook
• Assist clients with activities of daily living by providing SYNERGY HomeCare approved personal care activities including bathing, dressing, toileting, incontinence care, grooming, and oral hygiene

Benefits

• Compensation package ranging from $20.50 to $23
• Discounted BetterHelp membership for mental health and wellness support
• Immediate work and flexible scheduling
• Skill development trainings
• Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED