Experienced Caregiver – High-Needs Client Support (Full Transfers Required) - 12 hour shifts

TheKey; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

Mileage Reimbursement

401k

CareAcademy access

24/7 Caregiver Support

Job summary

TheKey is seeking experienced Level 3 Caregivers to support a client in Benicia who uses a wheelchair and requires maximum daily living assistance. You will provide hands-on ADL help, transfers, and companionship in the home, coordinating with family to ensure continuity of care.

Ideal candidates are reliable, empathetic, and proactive, with one year of caregiving experience and the ability to work independently. Virtual/onsite training and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional caregiving experience.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with Alzheimer’s or Dementia is a plus.
• Empathy, compassion and kindness are essential.
• Ability to use sound judgement and remain calm under pressure.
• Punctual, reliable and dependable.
• Basic computer skills and general tech savviness.
• Proof of U.S. work eligibility and ability to pass a background check.
• Provide professional references.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on assistance with ADLs (toileting, transferring, dressing, mobility).
• Full transfer support when needed.
• Light housekeeping and keeping the client engaged.
• Mental stimulation through conversation and activities.
• Collaborate with family to ensure seamless care.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Driver's license

Dementia experience

Empathy

Calm under pressure

Punctuality

Basic computer skills

Work eligibility in the U.S.

Background checks & references

Job description

Overview

Schedule: 12 hours/day, 7 days a week (2-3 caregivers rotating)

Pay: $20-21/hour (OT rate after 8 hours)

We’re seeking experienced, proactive, and physically capable Level 3 Caregivers to support a wonderful client in Benicia who requires maximum assistance with daily living. This is an ideal opportunity for caregivers who take pride in providing compassionate, high-level care and enjoy staying mentally and physically engaged throughout the day.

About the Client:Our client is living with Parkinson’s and has limited mobility. He uses a wheelchair and requires full transfers at times. He benefits from caregivers who can support not only his physical needs but also provide daily engagement through simple activities like games, light writing, and companionship.

What You’ll Do:

• Hands-on assistance with all ADLs: toileting, transferring, dressing, and mobility
• Full transfer support (when needed)
• Proactive support including light housekeeping and keeping the client engaged
• Mental stimulation through conversation, board games, writing activities
• Collaborative work with the client’s family for seamless care

Ideal Candidates:

• Physically capable of assisting with full transfers safely
• Confident, attentive, and reliable
• Strong communication skills
• Able to work independently and take initiative

Bonus if you have experience working with Parkinson’s or similar mobility challenges.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages and weekly pay (to include overtime pay and holiday rate)
• Access to daily pay through PayActiv
• Paid Training - Virtual/Online/Hands-On classes
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision and Mileage Reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan - with employer match (eligible after 90 days and fully vested immediately)
• Year-round caregiver recognition programs & appreciation days
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Access to our CareAcademy - continued training and development
• 24/7 Caregiver Support Team

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Delivering exceptional care to the dedicated client in their home
• Help execute comprehensive personalized weekly schedules and care plans
• Complete daily tasks in a safe and professional manner (ADLs)
• Supply personal companionship, remaining actively engaged with each client by providing ongoing social & emotional support
• Assist with personal care activities to include personal hygiene, mobility assistance, incontinence care, light housekeeping, feeding and meal preparation
• Keep order, safety and client enjoyment top of mind at all times
• Administrative functions such as documentation of completion of tasks and report changes in the client’s physical condition, mental capability or behavior

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education and Certifications:

• Must have a minumum of 1 year professional caregiving experience (applicants with less than 1 year of professional caregiving experience will be automatically disqualified)
• Reliable transportation and valid Drivers License
• Alzheimer's or Dementia experience is a plus
• Empathy, compassion and kindness a MUST
• Ability to use sound judgement and remain calm in a variety of situations
• Must be reliable, dependable and on time
• Basic computer skills as well as overall technical savviness
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Can pass a background check and provide references

What We Are All About:

At TheKey, we pride ourselves on hiring quality professionals who feel just as passionate as we do about helping transform the lives of aging adults by providing the utmost white glove experience for our clients to promote a healthy mind, body and spirit. Our employees are compassionate, committed, innovative and dedicated to improving the quality of life our seniors so deserve. Would you like to help us change the way the world ages?