CNA-Caregiver-San Jose, CA

Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant – $26/hr

Location: San Jose, CA 95125
Setting: Adult Day Healthcare / Senior Care Center
Job Type: Full-Time Contract — Approximately 13 Weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
Shift Availability: Eight-hour shifts scheduled between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM

Make a difference in the lives of seniors! TEEMA is seeking a compassionate, dependable Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant to support older adults in a welcoming senior day center. Join a collaborative healthcare team helping participants maintain their dignity, independence, safety, and well-being.

What You’ll Do

Assist with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, personal hygiene, and laundry.

Measure and document vital signs as directed, and report changes in participants’ conditions.

Assist with safe mobility, transfers, and boarding or exiting transportation vehicles.

Serve as an escort during transportation and medical appointments when needed.

Support meal preparation, meal service, and feeding assistance.

Encourage participation in recreational and social activities.

Keep care areas clean, organized, and stocked.

Document care in electronic medical records while protecting participant confidentiality.

Work with nursing, nutrition, engagement, and home care teams to meet participant needs.

What You’ll Need

At least one year of experience providing personal care to frail, elderly, or medically vulnerable individuals.

Experience assisting with activities of daily living and using electronic medical records.

Knowledge of vital signs, patient safety, and meal service.

Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Reliable transportation to the assigned work location.

Availability to work eight-hour weekday shifts within the stated scheduling window.

Completion of required occupational health screenings and training.

Education & Certifications

High school diploma or equivalent OR California Department of Public Health CNA or HHA certification.

Preferred Experience

Experience in adult day healthcare, senior care centers, assisted living, home health, or a similar care setting. Experience with patient transfers, transportation assistance, and recreational activities is a plus.