Home Care Aide

As a Caregiver, you will provide essential support to individuals in their homes, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Reporting to the Home Care Supervisor, your core responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, maintaining patient care standards, and adhering to HIPAA regulations. Your premium skills in patient observation will enhance the quality of care provided. With a focus on effective communication and a compassionate approach, you will play a vital role in improving the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities in a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Personal Care Assistance:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support mobility needs, including transferring clients from bed to chair and ambulation assistance.
• Provide incontinence care and maintain client hygiene.

2. Homemaking and Meal Preparation:

• Perform light housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment.
• Plan and prepare meals according to the client’s dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Assist with grocery shopping or order groceries as needed.

3. Medication Assistance:

• Remind and monitor clients to take prescribed medications as directed by their healthcare provider.
• Document medication schedules and report any irregularities or side effects to supervisors or medical professionals.

4. Companionship and Emotional Support:

• Engage clients in meaningful conversations and recreational activities.
• Provide emotional support and ensure clients feel valued and respected.
• Observe and report changes in the client’s behavior, mood, or mental state to supervisors.

5. Transportation and Errands:

• Provide transportation for medical appointments, social events, and other essential errands.
• Assist clients with shopping, banking, or picking up prescriptions.

6. Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate daily logs of care provided, including ADLs, meal preparation, and activities.
• Record and report incidents or changes in the client’s condition, such as health concerns or injuries, to the agency or healthcare provider.

7. Compliance and Safety:

• Adhere to infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow emergency procedures, including first aid and contacting appropriate authorities.
• Respect client rights and maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 100 – 120 per week

Medical Specialty:

• Home Health

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed the Department of Justice Criminal Background Check?

Experience:

• Home Care Aide: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Home Care Aide Certification (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)

Location:

• Indian Wells, CA 92210 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Indian Wells, CA 92210 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Indian Wells, CA 92210: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Indian Wells, CA 92210

Salary : $20 - $21