Private Duty/Homecare Aide

Visiting-Angels; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Weekly payroll

Health benefits

401K

Training and development

Bonus

Caregiver of the Month prize

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Kirkland is hiring Private Duty/Homecare Aide to serve clients across Kirkland, Redmond, Woodinville, Bothell and surrounding areas. Join the nation's #1 at-home care network with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

You’ll provide personal care, assist with mobility and meals, light housekeeping, accompany clients to appointments, and offer companionship per each client’s care plan.

Qualifications

• As a caregiver you must have a HS diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license, car insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent time-management and ability to juggle duties.
• Reliable transportation to client homes on schedule.
• Comfort with housekeeping and cooking duties as needed.
• Willing to comply with health and safety standards.
• Bring compassion and desire to brighten clients' day.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Help with mobility, transfers, and ambulation as required.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients and assist with dietary needs.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry as part of daily care.
• Provide companionship and respond to emergencies promptly.
• Accompany clients to appointments and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Reliability

Physical endurance

Compassionate care

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Private Duty/Homecare Aide

Visiting Angels of Kirkland is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Kirkland, Redmond, Woodinville, Bothell, Kenmore, West Seattle, Des Moines, Normandy Park, Sammamish, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

As a Visiting Angels Private Duty/Homecare Aide, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Private Duty/Homecare Aide Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

License:

• HCA
• CNA
• Exemption Letter with Active NAR
• Driver's License if applicable
• We offer Homecare Aide Certification Training

Shifts (7 Days a Week):

• Morning
• Mid-Day
• Evening
• Overnight
• Live-in’s

Benefits Offered

• $18.00-$22.00 per hour, weekly payroll
• Clock-in/out, Care Plan, and Care Notes available real time on your phone (no paper to process)
• 24-hour access to office staff (you are always supported)
• A flexible schedule in the territories you want to work in
• five people selected for Caregiver of the Month with up to a $500 prize
• Free continuing education, Training and development opportunities
• Company provided Protective Personal Equipment (Safety is a priority)
• $250 Employee Referral Program (the best new hire referrals come from our employees)
• Matching 401K Retirement Plan for Full Time Employees
• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits available for Full Time Employees
• Discounted homecare aide certification training for Full Time Employees
• Annual Gratitude Bonus

Company website:

• https://www.visitingangels.com/eastside/home

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No