Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc.; Banning (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

HSA (Health Savings Account)

401(k)

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Legal Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. is seeking caregivers to provide in‑home and school‑based support to clients requiring assistance with activities of daily living.

The role emphasizes patient care, safety, and compassionate interaction with clients and families. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, personal hygiene, and care plan adherence, along with documenting changes and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• State licensure or certification as required by state.
• One year relevant experience preferred.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Current PPD or Chest X‑ray as required by program.
• Knowledge of child growth and development.
• Ability to coordinate services between home, school, and community resources.
• Strong communication skills; English proficiency may be required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Computer proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Provides day‑to‑day care and support per plan of care.
• Performs health care tasks and personal hygiene services.
• Assists with transfers and ambulation.
• Coordinates services between home and school and other resources.
• Maintains client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Reports changes in client status as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

English language

Computer proficiency

Job description

Salary: $16.90 - $22.00 / per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activities
• Demonstrates competence in performing the necessary skills and perform those skills on the plan of care
• Provides health care tasks, personal hygiene services, and other related support services essential to the client’s health
• Assists with transfers and ambulation
• Aids teacher in helping student learn and provides feedback to student and supervisors/teachers (if applicable)
• Performs incidental household services that are an integral part of a personal care plan (if applicable)
• In school setting, accompanies student on bus to and from school (if applicable)
• Provides companionship by reading, listening and talking with client
• May assist in supervision of students during recess and lunch periods and accompany student on community experiences
• Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements
• Assists client in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene
• Implements behavior management techniques in accordance with the directions given by the supervisor/healthcare practitioner; including reinforcing appropriate behaviors in accordance with plans and discouraging negative behavior, managing time out, or other techniques as directed
• Appropriately reports changes in client status or as directed by care plan
• Maintains confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, families and employees
• Adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) privacy policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• State licensure or certification as required by state and/or program
• One (1) year relevant experience preferred
• Current BLS Card
• Current PPD or Chest X-Ray
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the home, school,local health agency, and other community resources
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to,supervisors, co-workers, clients) viastrong communicationskills; proficiency inthe English language may berequired
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness

• Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:

• Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:

• Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.