Caregiver

TEEMA Group; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing solution in Fremont seeks a compassionate Caregiver to provide personal care services to patients, enhancing their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and interacting with patients and families. Candidates should have a year of experience with the elderly, a valid CA driver's license, and BLS certification. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with the elderly or frail population.
• Flexibility to work in various environments, including homes and centers.
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Home Health Aide in the State of California highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and escort assistance to patients.
• Report observed changes in patients' conditions.
• Interact professionally with patients and families.

Skills

Compassion

Independence

Teamwork

Bilingual (Spanish, Cantonese)

Job description

Caregiver

Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor/Manager, the Caregiver delivers personal care services to patients. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for patients by providing essential care and support.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and escort assistance based on individual care plans, including grooming, dressing, peri-care, showers, bathing, toileting, housekeeping, meal preparation/feeding, and laundry.
• The report observed changes in patients' conditions in the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate safe practices by using proper body mechanics, adhering to universal precautions, and maintaining environmental safety.
• Interact professionally with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members, encouraging participation in conversations and activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with the elderly or frail population.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work in various environments, including homes and centers.
• Positive can-do attitude, conscientiousness, compassion, and thoroughness.
• Computer system literacy
• Valid CA Drivers license
• BLS Certification from the American Heart Association
• Bilingual in Spanish, Cantonese, or any other language is highly preferred
• Home Health Aide in the State of California highly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stoop, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions of the wrist and hands.
• Must have visual acuity.
• Ability to lift/move weight within individual physical capability, use appropriate lifting devices, or request assistance when needed.