What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver HCA NAC Will Pay for Certification Fuel Funds (MUST BE LOCAL) position at Olympic Peninsula Home Care?
We are seeking Caregivers to work with us in the Jefferson County area; our culture is built around kindness. We are a friendly and supportive team that respects your time and offers flexible schedules! Find deep purpose in a job that often doesn't feel much like a job. We are looking for people like you to join our fantastic team of in-home caregivers providing care for senior clients in our community. Join us today!
*Caregivers who hold an active NAC or HCA in Washington State will be hired at $20/hr pay rate.
Uncertified applicants will start at $19/hr. If you do not have a current NAC license, HCA certification or are granfathered in, you are required to complete a 75-hour online course to obtain your Home Care Aid Certification, for which our agency will cover if you meet the criteria. Upon passing the state exam and obtaining your Home Care Aid certification, your base pay will automatically increase by $1 for a pay rate of $20/hr.
*Learn on the job via paid, hands-on training by shadowing experienced caregivers so you are never left feeling overwhelmed and alone.
*Part-time and full-time positions available. Days, Eves, Overnights, and Weekends.
Benefits
- Pay $19.00-$20 Monthly Fuel Funds
- Paid Drive Time between shifts
- HCA Initial and Annual Credential Fees & Paid CEU
- Up to $200 QSHERA Reimbursement for self-paid health insurance
- $200 Bonus referral program
- 2 weeks of PTO (PTO can be used anytime after a 90-day probationary period)
- Flexible Schedules with Weekly Direct Deposit
- We allow overtime when available
- ****(Some benefits are subject to a 90 day probationary period)
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, helping with meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and driving to errands and appointments when necessary.
- Monitor and report changes in the client's condition
- Follow the Agency's Policy and Procedures
Qualifications:
- Must be willing to provide personal care to male and female clients
- Must be willing to complete a 75 hour online HCA course within 120 days of hire and pass the state exam within 200 days or have a current HCA or NAC credential. Paid by agency
- Reliable transportation, valid Washington driver's license, insurance in your name, and meet our liability standards
- At least 18 years of age
- Able to pass a nationwide criminal background check, fingerprint check, and other pre-employment checks
- Must be professional and passionate about working with our community's seniors.
- Positive and patient demeanor
- Ability to build trustworthy relationships with clients
- Ability to handle physical workload
- Eligible to work in the USA
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends only
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently live within 30 miles of Port Townsend? (Only Seeking Applicants currently residing within 30 Miles of Port Townsend).
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20