HHA Flex

Ambercare; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambercare is hiring Home Care Aides (HCA) in Santa Fe, Pojoaque, Tesuque, Los Alamos, Chimayo and surrounding areas. The Home Care Aide - Flex is on call 5 days/week (one weekend day), 40 hours per week with 20 hours guaranteed.

On-call 24 hours and assignments are determined by the supervisor. This role supports clients living independently at home, assisting with daily tasks, personal care, transportation and medication administration.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have reliable transportation; valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Nurturing and compassionate by nature.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and follow instructions.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, energetic and well-organized.

Responsibilities

• Call the office every morning for assignment and follow care plans.
• Assist with personal care needs (bathing, dressing, etc.).
• Provide routine house cleaning, meal preparation and laundry.
• Transport client to appointments and errands.
• Assist with self-administration of medications and report changes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Reliable and organized

Self-motivated

Job description

Pay rates now starting at $13.45 dollars per hour!

Now offering DAILY PAY for select positions!

We are urgently hiring Home Care Aides - HCAs - in these cities: Santa Fe, Pojoaque, Tesuque, Los Alamos, and Chimayo, and many other areas!

Ambercare is now offering current Caregivers the opportunity to move forward with their career, by becoming a Certified Nurse Assistant. Please contact the office to learn more about our Ambercare Caregiver to CNA Program.

This position serves a vital function in support of the company's clients, seniors and people with disabilities living independently in their homes, but who need assistance with daily tasks. The Home Care Aide - Flex is on call for 5 days per week -- minimum one day being a weekend day, 40 hours per week (20 hours guaranteed). Work schedule is to be determined by the direct supervisor and this position cannot refuse assignments on scheduled days.

If you have a drive to help others, and you are looking for a meaningful, fulfilling, independent career with an organization that encourages and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team.

Duties

• The Home Care Aide - Core calls into the office every morning for assignment.
• Follow specific care plans for clients and report on completed tasks
• Assist with personal care needs of the client (bathing, dressing, etc.)
• Provide or assist in routine house cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry
• Transport client to doctor's office, grocery store and other essential errands
• Assist client with the self-administration of medications
• Observe and report any changes in client's condition

Position Requirements & Competencies

• 5 days per week -- minimum one day is a weekend day
• 40 Hours per week (20 hours guaranteed)
• On call for 24 hour shifts
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have reliable transportation; if by car, a valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required
• Nurturing and compassionate nature with the desire to care for others
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, energetic, self-motivated and well-organized

With over 20 years of experience, Ambercare provides Home Health Care and Personal Care Services for individuals and their families in the comfort of their own homes.