Overview
Join our compassionate team as an In Home Caregiver serving the Tacoma/Puyallup area! This dynamic role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring personalized care and support. As an in-home caregiver, you will provide essential assistance with daily activities, health monitoring, and emotional support, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life. We are dedicated to creating a positive, energetic environment where your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded. Whether you have experience in senior care, home health, or working with individuals with disabilities, your passion for caregiving will thrive here!
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts when necessary
- Monitor patient health by taking vital signs, observing changes in condition, and reporting findings according to care plans
- Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with feeding when required
- Administer medications accurately following prescribed schedules and document all medication administration in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Support clients with cognitive impairments such as dementia or Alzheimer’s by implementing memory care techniques and ensuring a safe environment
- Perform light housekeeping tasks including cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a hygienic living space to promote overall well-being
- Follow established care plans and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient support
Requirements
- An Active HCA is required
- Prior experience in home & community care, assisted living, nursing homes, or group homes is highly preferred
- Knowledge of patient observation techniques, vital signs monitoring, and medication administration
- Certifications such as CPR and First Aid are required; additional certifications in hospice care or dementia/Alzheimer’s care are a plus
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely and assist with patient transfers using equipment like Hoyer lifts or resident lifts
- Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure client confidentiality at all times
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, or other special needs is advantageous
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate attitude to provide empathetic support
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Pay: $22-$28/hour, depending on experience, level of care, and certification status
- Bi-weekly Pay
- Performance Pay Raises — your growth is recognized and rewarded
- Referral Bonus — earn extra when you refer caregivers or clients
- Mileage Reimbursement for work-related travel between clients
- Flexible Scheduling — days, evenings, nights, and weekends available; we work around your life
- Paid Training & Ongoing Education — including HCA certification support and continuing education
- Advancement Opportunities — a clear path to Lead Caregiver and beyond
WHY HOME MATTERS IN TACOMA?
Tacoma is a community that values caregivers — and so do we. When you join Home Matters Caregiving, you're joining a team with established roots in the South Puget Sound region, where your voice matters, your work is valued, and your career has room to grow. We match caregivers thoughtfully with clients, so you're set up to build real, lasting relationships — not just fill shifts.
If you have a passion for providing exceptional care to older adults and a heart for making a difference, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and become part of something meaningful in Tacoma.
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid orientation
- Paid Training
- Continued Educational Credit Support
We’re excited to welcome dedicated caregivers who are eager to bring energy, professionalism, and heartfelt service into every client interaction. Join us in making a real difference—your caring touch can transform lives!
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
