Compassionate Caregiver - Flexible Shifts & Weekly Pay

Amada Senior Care Los Altos; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

W-2 employment

Paid training

California paid sick leave

Mileage reimbursement

Orientation and ongoing training

Flexible scheduling

Caregiver referral bonus

Job summary

Amada Senior Care of Los Altos is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide non-medical personal care and companionship in clients’ homes across Los Altos, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and nearby communities.

You will follow written care plans, assist with daily living activities, and ensure clients stay safe and independent at home. We offer competitive pay, weekly pay, and opportunities for ongoing training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of caregiving experience, professional or family.
• Registered, or able to register, as a Home Care Aide (HCA) with the California Department of Social Services.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within the last year (or willingness to obtain one before first shift).
• Must be 18 or older.
• Reliable mode of transportation or means to get around.
• Ability to read and follow written care plans and write clear care notes in English.
• Completion of Amada Senior Care orientation and state-required annual training (paid).

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADL): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in activities.
• Plan and prepare meals and follow dietary care plans.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal cleanup.
• Provide non-medical medication reminders as needed.
• Escort or drive clients to appointments and errands.
• Provide respite care to support families.
• Observe and report changes in client condition to supervisor.
• Document care notes and hours using the mobile app.
• Follow care plans and protect client confidentiality.
• Attend orientation and ongoing trainings.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Reading & writing in English

Attention to safety

Smartphone scheduling

Education

HCA/CNA certificate or equivalent

Tools

Smartphone

Job description

Amada Senior Care of Los Altos is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide non-medical personal care and companionship in clients’ homes across Los Altos, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, and nearby communities.

You will follow written care plans, assist with daily living activities, and ensure clients stay safe and independent at home. We offer competitive pay, weekly pay, and opportunities for ongoing training and advancement.