Caregiver/Home Care Aide

*Bakersfield Community Caregiving provides the highest quality home care to home-bound patients within a home setting and focuses on the patient's optimal level of independence. Our caregiving program meets the individual home care needs for each patient. We are committed to serving the community and providing a variety of quality health care services to our patients.

Caregiving, Essential Job Functions/ Requirements/Responsibilities

• At least 18 years of age
• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
• LiveScan, PER ID# (Home Care Aide's Personnel ID (PER ID / HCA ID)
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
• High school diploma/GED
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Good oral and written communications. Shows organizational skills.

Responsibilities of the caregiver include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performing personal care needs after given a patient’s assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to your immediate supervisor immediately.

· Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)

· Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.

· Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.

· Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.

· Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.

· Providing proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.

· Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the immediate supervisor. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.

· Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the nurse or therapist.

· Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.

· Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

· Providing respite for patients/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.

· Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as assigned.

· Adhering to the organization’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.

· Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

· Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient’s personal needs.

Overview:

We are seeking compassionate individuals to join our team as Caregiver/Home Care Aide. As a Caregiver/Home Care Aide, you will provide essential assistance and support to individuals in need within their homes.

Duties:

- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
- Administer medication reminders and assist with medication management
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding if necessary
- Monitor and record vital signs as required
- Implement behavior management techniques when needed
- Support individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care
- Drive clients to appointments or outings as needed

Experience:

- Prior experience in home care, nursing homes, or direct support roles is preferred
- Knowledge of vital signs monitoring and behavior management techniques
- Familiarity with working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Ability to clean and maintain a safe living environment
- Strong communication skills and empathy towards clients' needs

Joining our team as a Caregiver/Home Care Aide offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others while gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid training

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bakersfield, CA 93301

Salary : $18