In-Home Care Aide - Per-Diem

Broadway Cityview•San Diego, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The In-Home Care Aide provides direct care and support for the client’s physical and emotional needs within their home environment. In-Home Care staff are considered essential to the health and well-being of our residents.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
Ability to work independently requiring only minimal supervision
Must be willing to provide the highest level of customer and personal service to clients in a respectful and caring manner
All Employees must be able to pass background checks (fitness for duty physical, fingerprinting, employment references) as required by a licensed residential care facility.

Responsibilities

Assists client in the activities of daily living including, but not limited to transfers, ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, personal hygiene, and activities as appropriate
Change bed linens, wash and iron resident laundry, and light housekeeping duties
Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to clients to assist in keeping them mentally healthy and alert
Perform a variety of duties as requested by the client, such as obtaining household supplies and running errands in a prompt manner
Plan, prepare, and serve meals to clients as needed
Provide companionship to Doctor’s appointments and other engagements as needed
Promptly reports client changes and any unusual occurrences to the supervisor
Accurately documents required data in a timely manner using appropriate forms
Follows established performance standards and performs duties according to facility policies and procedures
Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates appropriate action immediately, while maintaining the client’s safety