Santa Clara County | Home Care Aide/Caregiver (HCA/CG)

Home Care Aide I

The Home Care Aide I (HCA I) at Care Indeed provides non-medical companionship and personal support to clients in their homes. This role centers on assisting with activities of daily living, including supervision, feeding, dressing, mobility support, light hygiene assistance, and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. HCAs help clients who experience physical limitations, cognitive changes, or need guidance with daily routines remain supported and engaged in the place they call home.

This entry-level role offers hands-on caregiving experience and a pathway for growth within Care Indeed. Training and supervised hours may support advancement to Home Care Aide II or III and may contribute toward eligibility for CNA or other healthcare certifications in alignment with California requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical companionship and supervision to support client engagement, safety, and daily structure.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, bathing support, toileting assistance, feeding, and mobility.
• Support safe transfers, ambulation, and positioning to promote comfort and prevent injury.
• Assist with light household tasks tied to client well-being, including meal preparation, bed linen changes, and maintaining a clean, organized environment.
• Encourage participation in routine activities, social interaction, and meaningful engagement based on client interests.
• Support prescribed exercises and wellness routines as directed by supervising clinical staff.
• Monitor and report changes in client condition, mood, mobility, or behavior to the care team in a timely manner.
• Follow established care plans and agency policies related to safety, confidentiality, infection control, and documentation.
• Participate in team communication and case discussions to ensure coordinated, client-centered care.
• Maintain professional conduct, reliability, and a compassionate presence in every client interaction.

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Registered as a Home Care Aide (HCA) with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), or eligible and willing to obtain registration prior to assignment
• Successful completion of required state and federal background clearance
• Ability to follow a written care plan and communicate clearly with clients, families, and the care team
• Professional reliability, compassion, and the ability to maintain client confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior caregiving, home care, senior care, or healthcare support experience
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Bilingual fluency aligned with client community needs
• Interest in advancing toward HHA, CNA, or other healthcare positions

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and assist with client mobility; lift up to 35 pounds; and assist with transfers of clients up to 250 pounds using appropriate equipment or team assistance.
• Ability to assist with mobility and transfers using equipment such as gait belts, slide boards, mechanical lifts (e.g., Hoyer lifts), wheelchairs, and other transfer devices, in accordance with safety guidelines and the service plan.
• Sufficient vision and hearing (with correction if needed) to safely perform client care.
• Ability to safely perform personal care, basic housekeeping, and meal preparation tasks.

Licensure/certification/registration must be maintained throughout employment. Proof of current, valid credentials must be provided upon request.

Work Environment & Care Settings

Care is provided in diverse settings, including private homes, assisted or independent living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals, and involves close, direct interaction with clients. This role may include exposure to blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials. It may require responding appropriately to urgent or emergencies in accordance with training and agency protocols. Some assignments may require local travel.

Work Schedule

Work schedules vary based on client needs and may include short or extended shifts, as well as day, evening, weekend, or holiday assignments.

What We Offer

At Care Indeed, we believe exceptional care begins with investing in the people who deliver it. We are committed to fostering a high-performance, values-driven environment where team members are supported, recognized, and empowered to excel.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive, market-informed compensation aligned to role, level, location, and experience
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with applicable law
• Maternity leave is supported through short-term disability and baby-bonding benefits

Growth & Development

• Paid training and structured, ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to deepen skills across both in-home and facility-based care settings

Flexibility & Rewards

• Flexible scheduling across in-home and facility-based assignments
• Same-day pay options for eligible shifts
• Employee recognition programs and LifeMart employee discounts

Culture & Impact

• A mission-driven organization grounded in compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence
• A workplace consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Aging Services

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

Care Indeed is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply and value diversity in our workforce, just as the clients and families we serve are diverse.

Care Indeed provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with federal, state, and local law.