Job Summary (Please Read First)
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and experienced caregiver to provide one-on-one care for an elderly gentleman in Topanga Canyon.
This position is ideal for a caregiver who enjoys building meaningful relationships with seniors while encouraging independence, mobility, and daily engagement.
The client has dementia with signs of sundowning, uses a walker, and has become physically weak following an extended rehabilitation stay. We are looking for someone who can gently motivate and encourage him to participate in light physical activity, daily walking, and exercises recommended by his Physical Therapist while providing companionship and emotional support.
The ideal caregiver is upbeat, calm, patient, encouraging, and understands how to motivate without being forceful. A positive attitude and the ability to help build confidence are essential for this position.
If you enjoy making a meaningful difference in someone's quality of life and helping seniors regain confidence and independence, this may be an excellent fit for you.
Schedule
This is a part-time position consisting of two 6-hour shifts per week.
The ideal caregiver is available to provide occasional weekend coverage if the client's needs change.
Pay
$23.00 per hour, based on experience
Position Overview
This position focuses on companionship, dementia support, mobility encouragement, and assisting with daily living activities while promoting safety, dignity, and independence.
The caregiver should be observant, proactive, and able to recognize changes in the client's physical or cognitive condition while providing compassionate care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide companionship and meaningful conversation
- Encourage participation in daily walking and light exercises
- Reinforce Physical Therapy exercises as directed
- Provide standby assistance with ambulation using a walker
- Dementia support and gentle redirection
- Medication reminders
- Meal planning and meal preparation
- Light housekeeping
- Escort client to appointments
- Run errands as needed
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Observe and report changes in condition
- Follow the individualized care plan
- Document care using our caregiver mobile app
The Right Fit
We're looking for someone who is:
- Kind, compassionate, and patient
- Positive, encouraging, and motivating
- Calm and reassuring
- Experienced working with clients living with dementia
- Comfortable redirecting clients with kindness and respect
- Passionate about helping seniors remain active and engaged
- Emotionally intelligent and able to adapt to each client's personality
- Tech-savvy and comfortable using a caregiver mobile app
- Dependable, punctual, and professional
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of professional caregiving experience preferred
- Experience caring for clients with dementia
- Experience assisting clients with mobility limitations
- Experience encouraging walking and daily exercise
- Strong observation and communication skills
- Professional, dependable, and reliable
- Ability to work independently
Required Qualifications & Credentials
- Resume required
- Valid California ID or Driver License
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Current CPR Certification
- Current TB Clearance
- Active California Home Care Aide (HCA) Registration (or ability to obtain)
- Ability to provide 3–5 professional work references
Why Join Us
- Supportive and responsive office team
- Paid training
- Paid sick time
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible access to earned wages
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
- CalSavers retirement savings program
- Credential renewal support after one year
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Imagine you're scheduled for a 8 AM shift but your car won't start. Walk us through exactly what you would do.
- Describe your caregiving style in three words.
- Do you prefer working independently, as part of a team, or are you comfortable with both?
- Every client is different. How do you get to know a new client during your first few shifts?
- This client has dementia, limited mobility, and sometimes lacks motivation to participate in walking and light exercises. How would you encourage him to stay active while respecting his dignity and independence?
- This client requires meal planning and meal preparation. Are you comfortable preparing nutritious meals and light snacks for the client? (Yes or No)
- Do you have professional experience caring for clients with dementia, including clients who experience sundowning? (Yes or No)
- This position pays $23 per hour. Do you agree to this pay range? (Yes or No).
- This client currently requires 6-hour shifts, twice per week. Are you available and interested in working this part-time schedule? (Yes or No)
- Do you have a valid California Driver License and a reliable vehicle? (Yes or No)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
