Caregiver / HCA Requires Dementia Experience

Comfort Keepers group; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Keepers group is looking for dedicated Caregivers in Claremont, California. This role focuses on providing personalized assistance to clients in their homes, including support with daily activities, health monitoring, and delivering companionship. Ideal candidates will have caregiving experience and must meet state requirements for Home Care Aides. A valid Driver's License is necessary as transportation of clients is required. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and others needing care.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of caregiving experience required.
• Must drive own car and possess a valid Driver's License.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and report findings.
• Prepare meals tailored to individual dietary needs.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Document patient observations accurately.

Skills

Compassionate care

Health monitoring

Meal preparation

Medication management

Emotional support

Background check

Transportation

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