We are hiring for home care aides/caregivers for Walnut Creek/Diablo Valley. Part time positions available.

Compensation: Begins at $20-$25/hour

Employment type: part-time 

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing; Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation; Assisting with exercises as appropriate to meet the client's needs; Meal planning and preparation, and assisting clients with eating; Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care; Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship; Assisting clients with medications which are ordinarily self-administered; Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator; and Completing records regarding services performed. Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau.

Position Qualifications Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the caregiver does not have active tuberculosis. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene. Valid driver's license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation.