Spanish Caregiver

Light Bearers Home Care; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Light Bearers Home Care in Houston seeks a compassionate, Spanish-speaking Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide high-quality, personalized care across home health, assisted living, and group homes.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor vital signs, administer medications per care plans, prepare meals, and support memory care while maintaining documentation and HIPAA compliance. This is a paid, on-site role that fosters growth in caregiving within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish is essential for client communication and family updates.
• Experience with ADLs, mobility, and basic care tasks in care settings.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
• Monitor vital signs and observe health or behavior changes.
• Administer medications per care plans and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare nutritious meals aligned with dietary needs and support meal planning.
• Support memory care for clients with dementia or similar conditions.
• Maintain detailed care documentation and progress notes.
• Provide transportation assistance for appointments and outings with safety in transfers.

Skills

Spanish language

ADLs & transfers

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

HIPAA compliance

Education

CPR certification

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Spanish Speaking PCA (Personal Care Assistant) Caregiver to join our dedicated team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality, personalized care to individuals in various settings, including home health, assisted living, and group homes. Your enthusiasm and commitment will help enhance the lives of those you serve by assisting with daily activities, monitoring health status, and fostering a supportive environment. Fluency in Spanish is essential to effectively communicate with clients and their families, ensuring comfort and understanding at all times. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing your caregiving skills in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Duties

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using patient transfer methods like Hoyer lifts and manual handling techniques
• Monitor patients’ vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, and respiration; observe for any changes in health or behavior
• Administer medications accurately following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure safety and compliance
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal planning and preparation
• Support patients with cognitive challenges such as Alzheimer's disease, dementia, autism spectrum disorders, or developmental disabilities through specialized memory care techniques
• Maintain detailed documentation of patient care activities, observations, and progress in compliance with healthcare standards
• Provide personal transportation assistance for appointments or community outings while ensuring safety during transfers and mobility support

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with individuals in group homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home health environments
• Strong knowledge of patient observation, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and first aid/CPR certification
• Familiarity with care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, neurodevelopmental disorders, or intellectual disabilities supported by experience in dementia care or social work
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual handling safely using proper techniques such as Hoyer lifts or patient transfer methods
• Excellent communication skills in Spanish; proficiency in English is preferred for effective client interaction and documentation
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality and privacy of patient information
• Experience working with diverse populations including seniors, individuals with disabilities or neurodevelopmental disorders is highly desirable
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for assisting clients outside the home setting

Join our team to provide compassionate care that truly makes a difference! We value energetic caregivers committed to enhancing the well-being of every individual they serve. This role offers a fulfilling career path where your dedication helps improve lives daily while gaining valuable experience across various caregiving disciplines.