Caregiver- Richmond

Per Diem Aide

Explore opportunities with Commonwealth Personal Care Services, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Per Diem Aide, you will provide support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home. Primary responsibilities include:

• Providing personal care and assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and medication reminder
• Supporting household tasks, meal preparation, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands as needed
• Monitoring and documenting client condition, vital signs, and incidents; maintaining confidentiality and using EVV system
• Ensuring a safe environment, operating medical equipment properly, and responding promptly to client needs
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required qualification:

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transit

Preferred qualifications:

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• 6+ months of home care experience
• Ability to work flexible hours and independently

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $13.00 to $20.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.