Personal Attendant (Caregiver) Riverside County

Orange County•Murrieta, CA

About The Position

We are looking for experienced, dedicated, and dependable personal attendants/caregivers who enjoy working with older adults and are committed to improving their quality of life. The role is located in Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, and Wildomar, California. Shifts are available in 4-, 8-, and 12-hour durations. Pay is $20–$23 per hour for 4-hour shifts, $18–$20 per hour for 8-hour shifts, and $18–$19 per hour for 12-hour shifts. Overtime is paid after 9 hours. Caregivers assist clients with daily activities and follow each client’s Plan of Care. Duties include personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation to appointments and errands. Benefits include holiday pay, paid sick leave, a 401(k), a Verizon Wireless discount, a referral bonus, and flexible hours and schedules.

Requirements

Experienced, dedicated, and dependable caregiver or personal attendant.
California Homecare Aide Certification (HCA), involving registration as a Personal Attendant and Livescan fingerprints for an FBI background check. Salus can assist with the process if the candidate is not currently certified.
TB test completed within 90 days of the start date.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Must be physically capable of performing all job functions.
Safe driving record and valid auto insurance if driving clients.
Ability to speak, write, and read English.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, personal care, feeding, meal preparation, toileting, and ambulation.
Provide medication reminders and social interaction.
Become oriented and trained on all aspects of each client’s Plan of Care.
Prepare meals and cook.
Provide light housekeeping, including vacuuming, sweeping, changing linens, and laundry.
Drive clients to and from medical appointments, grocery stores, and other destinations.