Compassionate Caregiver for the Elderly
$39,520 - $43,680/Yr
Right At Home - Peninsula - Redwood City, CA
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Redwood City, CA
About the position
The Compassionate Caregiver for the Elderly at Right at Home Peninsula is responsible for providing in-home non-medical support to seniors and older adults. This role emphasizes companionship, assistance with daily activities, and ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment for clients. Caregivers will work flexible hours and are expected to engage with clients in a compassionate and respectful manner, promoting their well-being and independence.
Responsibilities
- Serving as a companion to clients
- Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc.
- Managing medication
- Preparing meals
- Performing light housekeeping duties (e.g., keeping room clean, laundry)
- Providing bathing and dressing assistance
- Keeping proper care records and reporting changes to nursing team
- Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities
- Following patient care plan
- Communicating with families, co-workers and supervisors regarding care
- Assisting with transfer and mobility
- Shopping and running errands
- Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
Requirements
- 1 year of caregiving experience
- Ability to provide care across a variety of settings, including group homes and day service programs
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, including patience and listening skills
- Regular access to a vehicle to get to and from client locations
- Must be 18 years or older
Benefits
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
- Daily pay option with TapCheck
- Overtime and holiday pay
- $500 Caregiver Referral Reward Program
- Direct deposit
- Access to Right at Home University for online training
- Free continuing education units
- Telephony for clocking in/out or ClearCare application on smartphone
