Lead Caregiver- Guaranteed Hours

Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care of King, Snohomish, and Pierce Counties; Kenmore (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in senior care, Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care seeks a dependable Lead Caregiver. This on-call position requires immediate response capabilities and involves providing quality care on location across multiple counties. Ideal candidates will possess CNA or HCA certifications with prior caregiving experience and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in caregiving.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain readiness to respond to client needs during core hours.
• Conduct quality visits to ensure high standards of care.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Reliability

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Care Aide (HCA)

Job description

Acti-Kare Responsive In Home Care provides exceptional one on one senior home care across King County, Pierce County, andSnohomish County. Come be a part of our exceptional team.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly responsive and dependable Lead Caregiver to provide immediate care coverage and support quality assurance efforts. The ideal candidate must be fully available for immediate dispatch during core hours, with the ability to respond to calls and leave for assignments without delay. Guaranteed between up tp 25 hours/ week depending on your availability.

Although this position is listed in Kenmore, it is a field position and may need to travel throughout King, Pierce and Snohomish County.

This position will work as an On Call caregiver to fill in for caregiver call outs at a moments notice, they will work as a Floatergoing to new clients and starting care as we work to staff with a permanent caregiver and will work as a Lead Caregiver in the field helping toperform meet and greets in client's homes and do in field observations.

Requirements

• Full availability during core hours: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at least 3 days per week of availability.
• Must be able to respond immediately to calls and leave for assignments without delay during core hours
• Must have reliable transportation and car insurance, and be able to drive 10-40 miles per day (varies)
• Minimum 3 years experience
• Licensed HCA or CNA Caregiver
• High level of communication skills and a comfort level with a wide variety of clients desired.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain constant readiness to respond to call-ins during core hours
2. Conduct client quality visits to ensure high standards of care
3. Provide immediate coverage for regular caregivers when called upon
4. Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, companionship, meals, mobility, etc.
5. Travel to various client locations throughout the day
6. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and their families
7. Perform in field caregiver observations
8. Document the days events

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Care Aide (HCA) certification required
• Extensive caregiving experience, preferably in a home care setting
• Valid driver's license and reliable, insured vehicle
• Willingness and ability to drive up to 40 miles per day (typical range is 10-20 miles)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Physical ability to assist clients with mobility
• Ability to remain on-call and respond immediately during core hours
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Exceptional reliability and punctuality
• Demonstrated ability to work with all types of clients
• Strong relationship-building and quality assurance skills

Key Attributes

• Extremely reliable and immediately responsive during on-call hours
• Adaptable and flexible in various care situations
• Compassionate and patient
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of care

Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.