Care Connection is seeking an attentive and trustworthy caregiver to join our staff in providing excellent care to our clients. The Post-Discharge caregiver will meet the clients at their home after they have been discharge from the hospital. Caregiver will help the client transition home and help the family set up the home for clients recovery.

To succeed as a caregiver you should be patient, empathetic, and have strong people skills. You should be observant and committed to making your client feel safe and comfortable.

Caregiver Responsibilities:

• Assisting with personal care, which may include bathroom functions, bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating.
• Following a prescribed healthcare plan, which may include assisting with exercise and administering medication.
• Ensuring the client’s home is organized according to their needs and that safety measures are in place. You may also be expected to assist with some light housework.
• Providing emotional support and encouragement to perform necessary tasks.
• Providing mobility assistance may be required, for example helping the client in and out of bed, a chair, or a wheelchair.
• Transporting or escorting the client to medical and other appointments.
• Monitoring and reporting changes in health, behavior, and needs.

Caregiver Requirements:

• A high school diploma is required.
• Further education may be beneficial.
• Job experience and CPR training required.
• A driver’s license required.
• A professional and friendly attitude.
• A willingness to work flexible hours, which may include night and weekend shifts.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Can you pass a background check?
• Are you able to pass a pre-employment drug test?

Experience:

• Caregiving: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Santa Maria, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person