Home Care Specialist / Caregiver

San Diego State University; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University is seeking a Home Care Specialist to assist clients with daily activities, mobility, and personal care in a compassionate, professional manner. You will help with medications, meals, light housekeeping, and transportation to appointments.

The role requires punctuality, excellent communication, and the ability to follow care plans while maintaining safety and dignity for clients across diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ year caregiving experience or CNA schooling.
• Full vaccination against COVID-19 (including boosters).
• Must pass criminal background screening and driving record check.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with insurance and registration.
• CPR or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Read/write/communicate in English; strong interpersonal skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; housekeeping and cooking knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Remind clients to take medications and vitamins.
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, and doctor appointments.
• Provide personal care, hygiene, and basic caregiving tasks.
• Light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Plan shopping or accompany clients during trips.
• Offer companionship and report incidents to the office.
• Support clients with exercises and safety protocols.

Skills

COVID vaccination

Weekend flexibility

Caregiver experience

Background check

Driver's license

CPR certification

Health and safety

Communication skills

Time management

English literacy

High school diploma

Housekeeping & cooking

Physical endurance

Alzheimer's/dementia experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

First aid knowledge

Job description

Home Care Specialist

A home care specialist is a professional who assists individuals with daily tasks and activities so that their clients can live more independent lives. They are kind-hearted and have good organizational skills. They are there to help and to keep track of care plans and the care needs of their clients.

We are looking for an extraordinary Caregiver to care for our clients in a professional and compassionate manner. It’s an often-demanding job, but it can also be very satisfying and rewarding, since people who are ill, injured, disabled or elderly are thankful for high quality assistance. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills. You should be able to follow instructions and perform a variety of tasks to help clients. Punctuality and a high level of professionalism are a must for this job. Must be able to commute/travel anywhere from the I-8 into South Bay (Point Loma, Mission Valley, Hillcrest / Downtown, SDSU College Area, National City, Chula Vista, Spring Valley, Coronado). We provide additional training for our employees, plus additional resources for those looking into a career path in caregiving.

Requirements And Skills

• Full vaccination against COVID19 (including current on all boosters).


• Some weekend flexibility is required (ie: rotating weekend, or one day commitment of weekend)


• Must have proven 1+ experience as a caregiver/ Home Care Aide, or schooling certification such as CNA.


• Must be able to pass a criminal background screening and clear driving record with no major infractions.


• Must possess current U.S. driver’s license, with current registration and insurance


• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid (CPR) certification, or the ability to complete within 90 days of hire.


• Must adhere to health and safety standards (COVID prevention, PPE, maintaining a safe work environment)


• Respectful and compassionate.


• Good time management skills.


• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.


• Strong work ethic.


• Ability to read/write/communicate in English.


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints.


• Physical endurance – ability to push, pull, lift up to 25 lbs. and safely transfer clients; able to safely use gait belt & Hoyer lift.


• Previous experience working with someone who has Alzheimer’s / dementia is desired.


• 21 years or older.


• If you feel you do not quite yet hold these requirements/skills or training, please do not be discouraged, we are always hiring and have other opportunities available. ***

Caregiver Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To

• Remind clients to take prescribed medication/vitamins.


• Assisting clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)


• Assisting clients with personal care and hygiene, (i.e.: showers, dressing, changing briefs/depends, cook, feed).


• Light housekeeping.


• Help clients with exercises (range of motion, stretches, walks, etc.), as directed by physician.


• Plan and prepare meals.


• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop


• Be a pleasant and supportive companion


• Report any unusual incidents to the office.


• Typical shifts range from 3-9 hours a day.

Pay Rate

• $17.75 to $20.50 per hour