Caregiver

HomeWell Care Services – Everett, WA; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Health Insurance

On-call differential

Scrubs provided

Job summary

HomeWell Care Services – Everett, WA seeks a compassionate Caregiver to support clients in their homes under supervision of a Care Manager. The role emphasizes safety, dignity, and adherence to HomeWell’s standards, without performing nursing tasks.

Qualifications include a HS diploma or GED and active HCA certification in WA, CPR preferred, and valid driver’s license with reliable transportation. Prior caregiving experience is valued for timely, empathetic service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalency.
• Current Washington State Home Care Aid (HCA) certification or actively in training towards.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Read/Write

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED or equivalency.
• Current Washington State Home Care Aid (HCA) certification or actively in training towards
• 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
  • 401k match – 5%; fully vests after 1-year with agency
  • PTO - 2 weeks for 1st year; PTO accrues with each hour worked; PTO accruals increase with additional years of service with the agency
  • Mileage reimbursement where applicable
  • Health Insurance; after minimum service commitment
  • On-call differential
  • Scrubs provided
• Performance and Referral Bonuses available – more detail to be provided during orientation and onboarding