Caregiver

CareGiving In Home Care in Bakersfield, CA, is looking for Home Care Aides for a PRN position to join our team. We are located at 5441 Aldrin Ct Ste A. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, motivated, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school graduate or GED
• CPR & First Aid certified
• Recent TB
• Valid DL and car insurance, reliable vehicle
• Provide assistance to Clients in day-to-day activities
• Ensure Clients receive their proper medication in a timely manner
• Communicate with medical professionals about the Client's health or issues that may arise
• Prepare and administer meals in accordance with dietary needs
• Shall have one year-full-time experience in personal care or an institutional setting, such as a hospital or nursing home, OR Shall have one-year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in a home care agency setting.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Attends a minimum of (5) initial training upon pre-employment.
• Attends a minimum of (5) hours of continuing education training annually.
• Must have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered work with this agency.
• Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.

Qualifications

• Must adhere to the client’s plan of care. Must follow agency’s policies & procedures. Report abuse, neglect, exploitation, etc, according to the agency’s guidelines. Must always use proper body mechanics. Ensure home care services are provided in a safe and professional manner. Use proper techniques when performing or assisting with Activities of Daily Living. Follow basic infection control procedures & universal precautions. Must report to work at a scheduled time & leave at a scheduled time. Understand and respect clients’ rights and responsibilities. 

We look forward to reviewing your application.