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JOB TITLE: Now Hiring Caregivers Thousand Oaks Area

EMPLOYER: Devoted Care Services, LLC

REPORTS TO: Scheduling Coordinator

EFFECTIVE DATE: July 16, 2025

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for providing a multitude of in-home personal and companionship care services, including bathing, grooming, dressing, meal preparation, and transportation to and from medical appointments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides ill, elderly, or disabled clients with assistance, companionship, and comfort.
• Assists with clients personal care activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors vital signs.
• Assesses the physical, mental, and emotional conditions of clients.
• Facilitates appropriate professional intervention when required.
• Engages clients in suitable activities, such as socializing, playing games, or reading out loud.
• Assists clients with mobility, personal hygiene, eating, and drinking.
• Accompanies clients on medical appointments and outings.
• Performs general household duties, such as cleaning, cooking, and shopping.
• Maintains a hygienic and safe environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or at least 2 years of related experience.
• Certificates, licenses, and registrations required:
  • CPR certified.
  • First-aid certified.
  • 11-hour online training
  • Registered as a home care aide in CDSS

• Skills required:
  • Proven working experience as a Home Health Aide.
  • Familiarity with basic nutrition and personal hygiene standards.
  • Available to work irregular hours, including night shift, weekends, and holidays.
  • Extensive experience in supervising and assisting clients, as well as engaging them in suitable activities.
  • Experience in monitoring clients' conditions and reminding prescribed medications.
  • Ability to perform basic housekeeping tasks, prepare meals, and run errands.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, a caring approach, and physical fitness.
  • Ability to ensure clients' safety and provide comfort.
  • Proficiency in English.
  • Caring and compassionate personality.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Reliability & Punctuality
   Always arrives to work, shifts, and appointments on time; communicates absences responsibly and ensures client care is not disrupted.
2. Time Management
   Organizes tasks effectively, completes care duties within expected timeframes, and maintains a steady daily routine for the client.
3. Responsibility & Accountability
   Takes ownership of assigned duties and follows through with tasks; communicates clearly with supervisors and family members.
4. Compassion & Empathy
   Demonstrates genuine care, patience, and understanding in all client interactions, building trust and emotional comfort.
5. Communication Skills
   Speaks and listens clearly and respectfully with clients, families, and the care team; provides accurate updates and documentation.
6. Professionalism
   Maintains appropriate boundaries, respects client privacy and dignity, and follows ethical standards and agency policies.
7. Adaptability & Flexibility
   Adjusts to changing care needs, client moods, or emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
8. Observation & Reporting
   Carefully monitors changes in the clients physical or emotional condition and promptly reports to the appropriate party.
9. Safety Awareness
   Follows safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries; ensures a clean, hazard-free environment for the client.
10. Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance
    Respects the privacy of client information and adheres to confidentiality and data protection laws at all times.

1. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 25 pounds to assist clients with mobility, transfers, or daily living tasks.
• Must have manual dexterity to handle small objects (e.g., medication, medical equipment).
• Frequent use of hands and arms for reaching, assisting, and cleaning.
• Requires visual and auditory ability to observe and respond to client needs and safety hazards.
• Must be able to move quickly and efficiently in response to emergencies.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed primarily in clients private homes, which may vary in cleanliness, organization, and layout.
• May be exposed to pet dander, smoke, household chemicals, bodily fluids, or infectious diseases.
• Possible exposure to stressful or emotionally difficult situations, including working with clients who have dementia, disabilities, or terminal conditions.
• Must be comfortable working independently and following specific care plans and safety guidelines.
• Flexible schedules may include weekends, holidays, or evening shifts, depending on client needs.