About us
As you know if you’ve already worked as a caregiver, caregiving can be a demanding job that requires compassion, patience, and sometimes the willingness to work nights or weekends. However, it’s one of the most important jobs in society, and here at FirstLight Home Care of Alameda we treat our caregivers accordingly. We take care of our caregivers the way we want them to take care of our clients.
If you work with FirstLight Home Care of Alameda, we’ll make sure you have fair pay, all the training you need, a supervisor who will always have your back, and health benefits if you are able to work 30+ hours with clients.
We will pay for training, $20-22/hr with yearly raises, referral bonuses, and have additional ways to earn bonuses throughout the year. Bi-Lingual Encouraged to apply.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Home Care Aid (HCA) is responsible for personal care and assisting with activities of daily living with clients in their homes. All employees must be committed to the concepts, philosophy, and mission of FirstLight and possess the desire to assist individuals to maximize their independence and reach their fullest potential in their personal residence.
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
JOB RELATIONSHIPS:
● Supervised by: Client Care Coordinator
● Workers Supervised: N/A
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential job duties for this position include the following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.
● Provide general attention to the non-medical needs of the client(s) following an established Service Plan/Care Plan. This may include personal hygiene, toileting, bathing, oral care, hair, and/or skincare.
● Assist client(s) in and out of bed, excluding the use of mechanical lifting equipment unless trained and documented as competent
● Assist client(s) with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable
● Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding as required.
● Provide medication reminders. (will not dispense since this is a non-medical position)
● Remind clients to complete prescribed exercises when instructed by the appropriate health care professional.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, the individual in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, abilities, certifications, and educational experience required.
1. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
● High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
● Ability to effectively interact with clients, families, and FirstLight team.
2. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE, & REGISTRATION
● Registered as a HCA in CA (we can help you navigate this process with Guardian)
● Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and maintain adequate auto insurance, if applicable
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 32 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Morning shift
- On call
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Home Care Aide PER ID (Required)
Work Location: In person
