Home Care Aide

Visiting Angels; Solvang (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

Visiting Angels in San Fernando Valley/Orange County area is seeking a Home Care Aide to work with patients in one-on-one home care plans. You will provide personal care, mobility assistance, and companionship, building trusting relationships in the comfort of patients' homes.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year of professional experience, and a valid driver's license. CPR is preferred. Compensation ranges from $18 to $22 per hour, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of prior professional experience in home care or related field.
• Driver’s license is required.
• CPR certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles.
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care.
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report to supervisor.
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert.
• Give medication reminders.
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver’s license

CPR certification

Job description

Visiting Angels - San Fernando Valley And Orange County

Future Opening: Home Care Aide

• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Wellness resources
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our team! You will be directly working with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes.

You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care, but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs.

Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medication reminders
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• One-year prior professional experience
• Driver’s license required
• CPR certification preferred

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law.

Professional caregivers go by many names: homemakers, home care aides, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, personal care assistants, direct care workers. No matter the name, what they all have in common is a calling to care for people in the comfort of their own homes.

In 2014, there were nearly 1.8 million caregivers working in the U.S., with the potential to create 500,000 more jobs by 2024. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)

Being part of the family

Over the last five years, the home care industry has grown by more than 50%, and is projected to increase as demand grows. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)

Career advancement in a growing field

Job growth for caregivers is projected to increase by 26% through 2024, compared to just 6.5% on average for all occupations. (Source: Value of Home Care Report)

Opportunity to help seniors and people with disabilities stay at home

In a recent survey of more than 72,000 caregivers, the overall job satisfaction rating was 9.03 out of 10 - higher than previous years. (Source: Home Care Pulse)