Caregiver PACE – Cantonese or Chinese

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

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Caregiver in San Francisco, CA. Under supervision, the Caregiver I provides compassionate hands-on personal care to patients receiving home-based or center-based services, supporting dignity, safety, comfort, and independence according to individualized care plans.

Responsibilities include grooming, bathing, meal prep, documenting changes, safe care practices, and interacting with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Active CNA or HHA certification; BLS/CPR.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with elderly or frail populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work in home and center-based settings.
• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused.
• Strong interpersonal and basic communication skills.
• Basic English speaking; testing may be required.
• Documentation in basic written English; checklists and forms.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and escort assistance per care plan (grooming, dressing, bathing, toileting, meals, laundry).
• Observe, document, and report changes in patient condition promptly.
• Demonstrate safe care practices with proper body mechanics and universal precautions.
• Interact respectfully with patients, families, and care team; encourage engagement.
• Complete routine care tasks accurately and consistently.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA certification

HHA certification

BLS/CPR

Independent & team work

English communication

Documentation in English

Bilingual skills (optional)

18+ age requirement

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

Location and Work Type

• On-site
• Center/Clinic-based care settings

Functional Requirements and Working Conditions
Physical and Mental Requirements

• 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