Jefferson County In-Home Caregiver
About The Position
KWA Home Care is a nonprofit multicultural social service agency. The In-Home Caregiver supports clients one-on-one in their own homes across Jefferson County, including Port Townsend and Port Hadlock. The role helps clients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity while providing an entry-level pathway into healthcare work. Caregivers provide personal care and hygiene support, prepare meals, perform light housekeeping, offer companionship, and assist with routine daily activities according to an individualized care plan. Work takes place in clients’ homes, with a focus on one client at a time. The position includes paid training and real-time support toward becoming a Home Care Aide (HCA).
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have reliable personal transportation.
- Have a valid Washington State driver’s license and auto insurance.
- Be willing to become certified as a Home Care Aide (HCA) within the state-required timeframe.
- Pass a criminal history background check and reference check.
- Demonstrate clear communication and a compassionate, dependable approach.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and hygiene support.
- Prepare meals.
- Perform light housekeeping.
- Provide companionship.
- Assist with routine daily activities in accordance with an individualized care plan.
- Review the client’s plan and priorities before visits.
- Travel to clients’ homes and support them in maintaining independence at home.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $23.54–$27.28.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage; KWA pays 100% of health insurance premiums, with no premium cost to the employee.
- Eligibility for paid healthcare for full-time and part-time caregivers who maintain 80 hours per month for two consecutive months.
- Paid vacation time and paid sick leave.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Weekend premium pay.
- New shoe allowance.
- Retirement plan.
- Union-backed benefits through SEIU 775.
- Paid two-hour orientation.
- Fully funded, paid 75-hour Home Care Aide (HCA) State Certification training.
- Covered required annual continuing education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
