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Job Title: On-Call Caregiver
Location: Vacaville, CA
Company: GentleHands Home Care
Position Overview
GentleHands Home Care is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated On-Call Caregivers to provide exceptional, person-centered care to clients in Vacaville, California.
This position is ideal for caregivers who are flexible and available to accept shifts as needed. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others maintain their independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life while remaining in the comfort of their own homes.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Active Home Care Aide (HCA) ID or PER ID listed on the California Home Care Aide Registry
- Valid California Driver's License
- Reliable personal vehicle with current automobile insurance
- Negative TB test completed within the last 90 days
- Ability to safely lift, transfer, and assist clients up to 50 pounds
- Ability to travel to client homes throughout Vacaville, CA
- Spanish-speaking skills preferred to support Spanish-speaking clients and families
Key Responsibilities
As an On-Call Caregiver with GentleHands Home Care, you will:
- Assist clients with personal care activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, transferring, mobility assistance, and feeding
- Promote client independence, dignity, comfort, and overall well-being
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding while monitoring nutrition and hydration
- Provide companionship, emotional support, and meaningful social interaction
- Perform light housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
- Provide medication reminders in accordance with agency policies and client care plans
- Observe and report changes in client condition, behavior, or needs
- Accurately document services provided and complete required care records
- Follow all agency safety procedures, infection-control practices, and emergency protocols
- Maintain effective communication with supervisors, care coordinators, clients, and family members
Why Join GentleHands Home Care?
At GentleHands Home Care, caregiving is more than a job—it is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone's life every day.
We are committed to providing a supportive, respectful, and professional work environment where caregivers are valued, appreciated, and empowered to succeed. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional, person-centered care while fostering a culture of compassion, integrity, and excellence.
Ideal Candidates
We encourage you to apply if you:
- Meet all required qualifications
- Are available to accept on-call shifts in Vacaville, CA
- Can safely lift and transfer clients up to 50 pounds
- Have a genuine passion for helping others and improving lives
- Are dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing high-quality care
- Can respond promptly to scheduling needs
- Enjoy working independently while remaining part of a supportive team
Join GentleHands Home Care and become part of a dedicated team providing exceptional in-home care to clients throughout Vacaville, California. We look forward to welcoming compassionate on-call caregivers who are committed to making a positive impact every day.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19