Caregiver for the Elderly - Southern Orange County

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate, respectful, and caring home care aide to join our growing team of caregivers. As a home caregiver for our agency, you will provide essential services to homebound elderly clients. Our ideal candidate is patient, independent, and self-sufficient, who enjoys taking care of others.

Caregiver Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in client homes to provide routine personalized care 
• Assist the patient with personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating and all ADLs
• Help the patient in and out of bed, the bathroom, chairs and wheelchairs, and cars
• Perform simple housekeeping tasks: change bed linens, do laundry, tidy rooms
• Handle chores like grocery shopping and food preparation
• Make efforts to keep the patient engaged mentally through conversation, games, and other forms of entertainment
• Accompany the patient to doctor visits and other outings; assist with or provide transportation

Caregiver Requirements and Qualifications

• High school or general equivalency diploma required
• Ability to maintain composure with patients who present challenging behavior
• Current HCA License
• Current TB test
• Drivers License