Position Summary:
The Home Care Aide is responsible for providing services to clients at home needing care and assistance during the day and/or night under the direction of Livingston CareGivers policies, protocols and procedures. Our clients are located throughout western Ventura County.
Schedule
Livingston CareGivers has a wide variety of shifts to meet the needs of the employees and our patients. Our 1-hour, 2-hour and couple-care shifts receive additional pay.
- Full-time and Part-time shifts
- Weekday and Weekend shifts
- Overnight shifts
- 12 hours shifts
Essential Job Functions:
- Assists clients with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutritional needs, and household activities to ensure a safe and clean environment.
- Communicates effectively and efficiently with the client, family, and/or caregiver regarding client's needs and the services provided.
- Utilizes techniques of positioning, body mechanics and body alignment.
- Understands rationale and principles related to maintenance of skin integrity and need for infection control.
- Ensures client's rights, including confidentiality of care.
- Conducts services in a caring, professional and ethical manner at all times.
- Assists with performance of procedures to ensure the physical well being and comfort of the client.
- Responds appropriately to emergencies.
- Submits legible, timely and accurate documentation for billing and payroll purposes.
- Able to work independently including prioritizing schedule of visits with minimum supervision.
- Must be able to work weekend requirements and variable shifts as needed.
- Must be dependable and able to report to assignments on time.
- Communicates in a timely manner with office staff regarding delayed arrivals or absences from assignments.
- Maintains a positive, respectful and professional attitude.
- Participates in process to maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
- Performs all tasks according to policies regarding Infection Control and Universal Precautions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- HCA Certification (Cost covered by Livingston)
- Current BLS certification
- Minimum age of 18 years required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Good verbal, written and reading skills in English
- Be able to drive yourself to and from your assignments
- Previous experience applicable to position
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits for eligible employees.
- 403b retirement plan
- Mileage paid to and from clients
- Continuing Education available
Company Information
Since 1947 Livingston Memorial has cared for those in the community who need a little extra help to heal at home, are experiencing a serious or end-of-life illness, or suffered the loss of a loved one. We are a cornerstone in the community and a leader in healthcare. We are the proud recipients of the SHP best Hospice Caregiver Satisfaction award in 2019.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid driver's license?
Ability to Commute:
- Ventura, CA 93003 (Required)
Work Location: In person