Compassionate Caregiver & Home Helper - HCA Certified

Nurse Next Door; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurse Next Door in Spokane, WA is seeking a devoted Caregiver to provide companionship and support to clients in their homes. You will follow the care plan, promote safety, and help with daily activities, meals, and light housekeeping to maintain a clean, comfortable living space.

The role emphasizes clear communication with clients, families, and the care team, while assisting with errands, scheduling, and transportation as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have your HCA certification.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent preferred.
• Training in topics related to human development and interpersonal relationships, nutrition, shopping, food storage, use of equipment and supplies, planning and organizing of household tasks and principles of cleanliness and safety.
• Clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Provides companionship by reading, conversation, and listening.
• Participates in appropriate recreational activities and hobbies for social and sensory stimulation.
• Assist client in completing necessary phone calls, letter writing, etc.
• Maintains a safe home environment for the client.
• Accompany clients on walks, community trips, doctor's office, bank, etc.
• Inform Agency Manager/Care Designer of any changes in assignment.
• Provides emotional support and promotes a sense of well-being.
• May prepare meals.
• May perform light housework and laundering of clothing to maintain a clean, neat environment.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe and healthy environment.
• Grocery shopping with or without a client.
• Uses equipment and supplies safely and properly.

Skills

Communication

Reading and writing

Cooking

Light housekeeping

Shopping

Caring attitude

Interpersonal skills

Education

HCA certification

High school diploma or GED

Training in human development and safety

Job description

Nurse Next Door in Spokane, WA is seeking a devoted Caregiver to provide companionship and support to clients in their homes. You will follow the care plan, promote safety, and help with daily activities, meals, and light housekeeping to maintain a clean, comfortable living space.

The role emphasizes clear communication with clients, families, and the care team, while assisting with errands, scheduling, and transportation as needed.