Caregiver - Home Care Aide

Position Summary:

The Home Care Aide is responsible for providing services to clients at home needing care and assistance during the day and/or night under the direction of Livingston CareGivers policies, protocols and procedures. Our clients are located throughout western Ventura County.

Schedule

Livingston CareGivers has a wide variety of shifts to meet the needs of the employees and our patients. Our 1-hour, 2-hour and couple-care shifts receive additional pay.

• Full-time and Part-time shifts
• Weekday and Weekend shifts
• Overnight shifts
• 12 hours shifts

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists clients with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutritional needs, and household activities to ensure a safe and clean environment.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with the client, family, and/or caregiver regarding client's needs and the services provided.
• Utilizes techniques of positioning, body mechanics and body alignment.
• Understands rationale and principles related to maintenance of skin integrity and need for infection control.
• Ensures client's rights, including confidentiality of care.
• Conducts services in a caring, professional and ethical manner at all times.
• Assists with performance of procedures to ensure the physical well being and comfort of the client.
• Responds appropriately to emergencies.
• Submits legible, timely and accurate documentation for billing and payroll purposes.
• Able to work independently including prioritizing schedule of visits with minimum supervision.
• Must be able to work weekend requirements and variable shifts as needed.
• Must be dependable and able to report to assignments on time.
• Communicates in a timely manner with office staff regarding delayed arrivals or absences from assignments.
• Maintains a positive, respectful and professional attitude.
• Participates in process to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Performs all tasks according to policies regarding Infection Control and Universal Precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• HCA Certification (Cost covered by Livingston)
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum age of 18 years required
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Good verbal, written and reading skills in English
• Be able to drive yourself to and from your assignments
• Previous experience applicable to position

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits for eligible employees.
• 403b retirement plan
• Mileage paid to and from clients
• Continuing Education available

Company Information

Since 1947 Livingston Memorial has cared for those in the community who need a little extra help to heal at home, are experiencing a serious or end-of-life illness, or suffered the loss of a loved one. We are a cornerstone in the community and a leader in healthcare. We are the proud recipients of the SHP best Hospice Caregiver Satisfaction award in 2019.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Livingston Memorial follows California COVID guidelines.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18