Certified Homecare Aide - HCA

Visiting Angels - Kirkland, WA; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Full benefits

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Employee referral bonus

401K match

Safety equipment

Gratitude bonus

Job summary

Visiting Angels - Kirkland, WA is seeking a Certified Homecare Aide (HCA) to support clients throughout the Greater King County area. You will assist with personal care, mobility, meals, and companionship in clients’ homes with a focus on safety and comfort.

Benefits include flexible schedules, weekly payroll, and opportunities for advanced training in dementia or Alzheimer’s care to broaden skills. A background-friendly program is available to help you grow in at-home care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid drivers license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle to transport clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time-management and ability to juggle multiple duties.
• Reliable transportation to client homes as scheduled.
• Comfort with housekeeping and cooking within dietary constraints.
• Willingness to comply with state/office health and safety standards (e.g., background check).
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients' day.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist with light exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide companionship and support.
• Respond quickly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping.
• Remind clients to take medications.
• Assist with mobility and errands.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Certified Homecare Aide - HCA

Visiting Angels of Kirkland is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Greater King County area including Shoreline, Kirkland, Seattle, Lake City, Kenmore, Mountlake Terrace, Woodway, Edmonds, West Seattle, Des Moines, Normandy Park, Sammamish, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels Certified Homecare Aide - HCA, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Certified Homecare Aide - HCA Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

License:

• HCA
• CNA
• Exemption Letter with Active NAR
• Driver's License if applicable
• We offer Homecare Aide Certification Training

Shifts (7 Days a Week):

• Morning
• Mid-Day
• Evening
• Overnight
• Live-in’s

Benefits Offered

• $18.00-$22.00 per hour, weekly payroll
• Clock-in/out, Care Plan, and Care Notes available real time on your phone (no paper to process)
• 24-hour access to office staff (you are always supported)
• A flexible schedule in the territories you want to work in
• five people selected for Caregiver of the Month with up to a $500 prize
• Free continuing education, Training and development opportunities
• Company provided Protective Personal Equipment (Safety is a priority)
• $250 Employee Referral Program (the best new hire referrals come from our employees)
• Matching 401K Retirement Plan for Full Time Employees
• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits available for Full Time Employees
• Discounted homecare aide certification training for Full Time Employees
• Annual Gratitude Bonus