Hourly & Live-In Caregivers - San Francisco

Institute on Aging; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute on Aging (IOA) seeks Home Care Aides to support older adults and people with disabilities in their homes and community settings in the San Francisco Bay Area. Responsibilities include personal care, meal prep and companionship, with a focus on dignity and independence.

Eligible applicants must have Home Care Services Bureau registration, fingerprint clearance, TB test, and legal authorization to work in the U.S. English proficiency and 1+ year caregiving experience are required.

Qualifications

• Registration with Home Care Services Bureau (PER ID#) is required.
• Livescan/Fingerprinting clearance; clean criminal background.
• TB clearance (skin test, X-ray, or blood test).
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (2 forms of ID; e.g., Driver’s License, CA ID, SSN).
• English language proficiency is a must.
• At least 1 year of non-medical caregiving for elderly or disabled adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, dressing and personal care.
• Meal preparation and medication reminders.
• Errands and shopping; respite and companion engagement.
• Light housekeeping and laundry.
• Mobility support, transfers and safe positioning.
• Pet care and dementia-related support as needed.
• Hospice and other end-of-life care tasks as required.

Skills

Caregiving

English proficiency

Reliability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Bilingual (Tagalog/Spanish/Chinese/Rus

Job description

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life. With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence, and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

We serve a diverse population of older adults and disabled adults without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual identity, or social status. We embrace the Bay area’s vibrant and varied culture, celebrating the diversity of its inhabitants. We have a commitment to representing, honoring, and enhancing the journeys of all aging adults, including those from different cultural backgrounds as well as seniors within the LGBT community.

Under the direction and supervision of the Staffing and Client Service Managers, Home Care Aides provide direct best of class services to older adults in their homes, hospitals, day centers, skilled nursing facilities and community residential facilities. Responsibilities may include, however not limited to:

• Bathing
• Dressing
• Personal Care
• Meal Preparation
• Medication Reminders
• Errands/Shopping
• Respite/Companion Engagement
• Light Housekeeping
• Laundry
• Mobility and Transfer Assistance
• Pet Care
• Alzheimer and Dementia Care
• Parkinson’s care
• Hospice

Service Requirements:

• Consistent ability to get to and from client assignments (car, public transportation, etc.)
• Commitment and reliability
• Able to provide best in class customer service
• Ability to work with a team and independently
• Flexibility and solution oriented
• Continuous communication with administrative team

Requirements:

• Home Care Services Bureau (PER ID#) registration
• Livescan/Fingerprinting clearance; clean criminal background
• Current tuberculosis/ TB clearance (either skin test, Xray or blood test)
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (2 forms of I-9 Compliant IDs; examples: Driver’s License, California ID, Social Security Card; US passport)
• English language proficiency is a must
• At least 1 year of (non-medical) professional experience caring for elderly or disabled adults and/or any related caregiving experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic Smartphone and technical skills
• Bilingual language proficiency in Tagalog, Spanish, Chinese or Russian languages
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) or Home Health Aides (HHA) are highly desirable but not required
• Basic computer skills are highly advantageous but not mandated
• Students and/or retirees of Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) and Registered Nurses (RN) backgrounds are also encouraged to apply

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 35lbs or more with proper use of body mechanics – training provided
• Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, reach, bend, walk, maneuver, and reposition.

Flexible Hours:

Part-Time, Full-Time, 12-Hour Shifts, Short Shifts, Weekends or Live-In. Services are provided 7 days a week.

NOTE: Your flexibility/availability increases chances for work.

Service Areas:

San Francisco, Marin, Contra Costa, Alameda, Peninsula, San Mateo, Santa Clara

Compensation:

• $23-24/hr*

_ IOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.” _

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

* The compensation in the above job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education and other factors. This range does not include any equity, benefits, or othernon-monetarycompensation which may be included in the job.

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