Home Care Aide (HCA)

Job Description

Job Description

Caregiver Summary:

The Caregiver is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a Care Manager to provide personal care and support services that meet each client’s individual needs. The Caregiver is assigned to clients in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of care, and delivers services in alignment with HomeWell’s mission and standards of care. The Caregiver does not perform tasks that constitute the practice of nursing, including administering medications or physician-ordered procedures.

Communication Requirements:

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, at a level necessary to safely and successfully perform the essential functions of the position. This includes the ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions, communicate with clients, family members, supervisors, and other members of the care team, and accurately complete required documentation and records.

Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable federal and state law

Minimum Qualifications:

•      High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.

•      Current Washington State Home Care Aid (HCA), CNA, NAC, NAR, certification or currently enrolled in an accredited course.

•      Current CPR certification preferred

•      Current physical and/or negative TB test, if applicable

•      Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and current auto insurance

•      Minimum of one year of documented caregiving experience

•      Able to read, write and communicate effectively with clients, families and staff

•      Self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal direct supervision

•      Genuine empathy for clients; treats clients, families and coworkers with courtesy and respect

•      Works well as a member of a care team and maintains confidentiality of client medical information

•      Willing to travel locally/regionally to client homes

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•      Proficient in knowledge in Daily Living ADL and IADL

•      Follow infection control precautions and use equipment properly and safely

•      Respond rapidly and appropriately to emergency situations

•      Promote a safe environment and quality care by following agency policies and procedures

•      Uphold client rights, including privacy, dignity, consent, and confidentiality of information.

Compensation: 

Total compensation includes wages, benefits plus performance bonuses

•             Wages –$22 - $27 per hour, depending on experience and credentials

•             Benefits

o   401k match – 5%; fully vests after 1-year with agency

o   PTO - 2 weeks for 1st year; PTO accrues with each hour worked; PTO accruals increase with additional years of service with the agency

o   Mileage reimbursement where applicable

o   Health Insurance; after minimum service commitment

o   On-call differential

o   Scrubs provided

•             Performance and Referral Bonuses available – more detail to be provided during orientation and onboarding