Caregiver PACE – Cantonese

TEEMA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a compassionate Caregiver I for San Francisco, CA to provide hands-on personal care to patients in home-based and center-based settings, supporting dignity, safety, and independence. You will assist with grooming, mobility, meals and light housekeeping, observe and report changes, and document care activities while collaborating with the care team.

The role requires active CNA or HHA certification with BLS/CPR, 1 year of elderly care experience, strong communication, and

Qualifications

• Active CNA or HHA certification and BLS/CPR.
• Minimum 1 year experience with elderly or frail populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible to work in home and center-based settings.
• Compassionate, dependable, patient-focused.
• Basic English communication skills.
• May require bilingual skills depending on patient needs.
• Must be 18+ for licensed adult day program.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and escort assistance per care plan.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition.
• Demonstrate safe care practices and proper body mechanics.
• Interact respectfully with patients, families, and the care team.
• Complete routine care tasks accurately.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA Certification

HHA Certification

BLS/CPR

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

CNA or HHA certification

1 year caregiving experience

Job description

Job Title: Caregiver
Job ID: 89644
Location: San Francisco, California

Overview:
Under the direction and supervision of the Supervisor or Manager, the Caregiver I provides compassionate, hands-on personal care services to patients receiving home-based and/or center-based services. This role is essential in supporting patient dignity, safety, comfort, and independence while delivering high-quality care in accordance with individualized care plans. Caregiver I team members play a meaningful role in enhancing the daily lives of patients and supporting families through dependable, patient-centered care.

What you will be doing:

• Provide personal care and escort assistance in accordance with the individual care plan, including grooming, dressing, peri-care, bathing, toileting, housekeeping, meal preparation and feeding, and laundry.

• Observe, document, and report changes in patient condition to the care team in a timely and professional manner.

• Demonstrate safe care practices by utilizing proper body mechanics, adhering to universal precautions, and maintaining a safe environment.

• Interact respectfully and professionally with patients, families, and the care team, encouraging engagement in conversation and activities when appropriate.

• Complete routine and repetitive care tasks accurately and consistently.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you must have:

• Active CNA or HHA certification, BLS/CPR
  Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with elderly or frail populations (no certification required)

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

• Flexibility to work in multiple care environments, including home and center-based settings

• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused approach with a positive, can-do attitude

• Strong interpersonal and basic communication skills

• Basic conversational English skills required; testing may be required

• Ability to document care activities in basic written English, including checklists and simple electronic or paper forms

• Bilingual skills may be required based on patient population needs; language proficiency testing may be required

• Ability to translate or interpret basic information for supervisors, patients, and other caregivers when required

• Must be at least 18 years of age if working in a licensed adult day program

Nice to have:

• Experience mentoring or training peers

• Experience working in both home care and center-based care settings

Salary/Rate Range:$21.00 – $23.33/hour

Other Information:

• On-site

• Center/Clinic-based care settings

Functional Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to function effectively under stress with strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work independently while managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, reach, and use hands for fine motor tasks

• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Ability to push, pull, lift, grasp, and perform repetitive hand and wrist movements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, using appropriate lifting devices or requesting assistance as needed

• Visual acuity required, including close vision and ability to adjust focus

Working Environment

• May work in an ambulatory clinic environment shared with clinical staff such as RNs, LVNs, CNAs, MAs, and providers

• Designated workspace provided for documentation and administrative responsibilities

• Work area must be kept neat, orderly, and clutter-free

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, masks, gowns, and eye protection as needed

• Fast-paced, highly interactive, and occasionally highly distractible environment