Home Care Aide

Job Description Job Description Home Care Aide / Caregiver Phoenix - Mesa - Scottsdale, AZ Reports to: Director of Nursing / Nurse Supervisor | W-2 employee, non-exempt, at-will

About the Role Bridges Home Health. is a licensed Arizona home health agency, and has been since 2010. What makes this role different from other caregiver jobs: you work under a Registered Nurse. An nurse builds every clients care plan, reviews it with you on a set schedule, and is the person you call when something changes. You are never left to figure out a client alone.
What Youll Do Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)

Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene

Assist with mobility, transfers, positioning, and ambulation as appropriate

Provide companionship and emotional support

Assist with meal preparation and feeding, as appropriate

Perform light housekeeping related to the clients care and living area

Assist with laundry and changing bed linens

Provide medication reminders, when permitted by applicable regulations and the clients care plan

Accompany clients to appointments, errands, and other activities when assigned

Observe and report changes in the clients condition, behavior, or environment to the appropriate supervisor

Follow the clients individualized care plan and agency policies

Maintain client privacy, dignity, and confidentiality

Complete required documentation accurately and on time

Maintain a safe and clean environment for the client

Communicate professionally with clients, families, supervisors, and members of the care team

Follow all applicable state regulations, safety requirements, and company policies

What Youll Never Be Asked to Do Wound care, injections, tube feeding, catheter care, or any task requiring a license. If a client or family asks, you decline, report it to the DON the same day, and the RN evaluates whether the client needs a skilled visit added. This boundary protects you and the client. It is agency policy, not a suggestion.
You will also never be asked to handle a clients money, sign anything on their behalf, witness a will or power of attorney, or accept a gift, tip, or loan from a family.
Qualifications Previous caregiving, home care, personal care, or related experience preferred
HCA registration/certification as required by applicable California regulations
Current CPR/First Aid certification preferred or required based on assignment
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and care team members
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Reliable transportation to and from client assignments
Ability to pass required background checks and employment screening
Ability to provide required employment documentation
Must demonstrate professionalism, compassion, patience, and reliability
Requirements 18 years or older with authorization to work in the U.S.

DOJ Live Scan background clearance, initiated and paid for by the agency. You cannot work a solo shift until it comes back.

TB screening.

Five hours of entry-level training before your first solo shift — 2 hours orientation plus 3 hours safety and infection control — provided by the agency at no cost, plus 5 hours of paid annual training every year including the dementia-care module.

Reliable transportation; valid CA drivers license and insurance if transporting clients.

CNA or HHA certificate is a plus, not a requirement. We train.

Physically able to assist with transfers safely, stand and walk for extended periods, and lift or support up to 50 pounds with proper technique.