Personal Attendant (Caregiver) 4 HOUR SHIFTS

Salus Homecare - Orange County•Laguna Woods, CA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for experienced, dedicated, and dependable personal attendants/caregivers who enjoy working with the elderly and are committed to improving their quality of life. The position is located in Orange County, California, and surrounding areas. Caregivers must be available for one of the listed four-hour shifts, be able to drive, and be able to transfer clients. The listed shifts are 8 a.m.–12 p.m., 9 a.m.–1 p.m., 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 11 a.m.–3 p.m., and 12 p.m.–4 p.m. Pay is $23. Caregivers assist clients with activities of daily living and follow the client’s Plan of Care. Duties include personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and driving clients to appointments and errands.

Requirements

Experienced personal attendant or caregiver.
Must be able to work one of the listed four-hour shifts.
Must be able to drive and transfer clients.
Homecare Aide Certification (HCA), including California registration as a Personal Attendant and Livescan fingerprints for an FBI background check; the employer can help with the process if the applicant is not currently certified.
TB test completed within 90 days of starting.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Physical capability to perform 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.
Be oriented and well trained on all aspects of each client’s Plan of Care.
Prepare meals and cook.
Assist clients with light housekeeping, including vacuuming, sweeping, changing linens, and laundry.
Drive clients to and from medical appointments, grocery stores, and other destinations.