Caregiver / HCA - La Canada Flintridge area

Comfort Keepers; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Keepers group in California is looking for compassionate Caregivers. The ideal candidates will assist clients with daily living activities, monitor health conditions, and provide emotional support. Applicants must have 1–2 years of caregiving experience, a valid driver's license, and be flexible and reliable. This role is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for seniors and individuals recovering from illness, while ensuring their safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of caregiving experience required.
• Must possess a Valid Driver’s License and drive own car.
• Must pass a background check and meet state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and report changes in health.
• Prepare nutritious meals and ensure food safety.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Flexibility

Health monitoring

Job description

Job Summary

Comfort Keepers is seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to provide exceptional support and care to individuals in their own homes. The ideal candidate will possess a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for clients by delivering personalized assistance with daily activities, health monitoring, and emotional support. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those recovering from illness or injury. Candidates must be committed to maintaining dignity, independence, flexibility and safety for all clients while adhering to strict confidentiality and healthcare standards.

Duties

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and observe changes in health status, reporting findings accurately to healthcare professionals.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring proper food safety practices.
• Medication reminders, following prescribed schedules and document medication adherence in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Operate medical equipment such as Hoyer lifts or other assistive devices to ensure safe patient transfers and mobility.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to foster social engagement and mental well‑being.
• Follow care plans meticulously while respecting the resident’s ’s preferences, routines, and cultural considerations.
• Document patient observations accurately, including changes in condition or behavior related to dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other cognitive impairments.
• Support hospice or palliative care needs by offering compassionate presence and symptom management when appropriate.

Requirements

• Must have 1–2 years of caregiving experience
• Must drive own car
• Valid Driver’s License
• Social Security Card
• Current negative TB test or chest X‑ray
• Must meet all California state requirements for Home Care Aides
• Ability to pass a background check
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to transport and run errands for clients
• Dependable, Reliable and Flexible