- Location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- High School
- Source
- ApplicantStack
Description
CareGiving In Home Care in Bakersfied, CA is looking for personal care aide to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, ambitious, compassionate, and reliable.
Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to Clients in day-to-day activities
- Ensure Clients receive their proper medication in a timely manner
- Communicate with medical professionals about the Client's health or issues that may arise
- Prepare and administer meals in accordance with dietary needs
Must adhere to the client’s plan of care. Must follow the agency’s policies & procedures. Report abuse, neglect, exploitation, etc., according to the agency’s guidelines. Must always use proper body mechanics. Ensure home care services are provided in a safe and professional manner. Use proper techniques when performing or assisting with Activities of Daily Living. Follow basic infection control procedures & universal precautions. Must report to work at a scheduled time & leave at the scheduled time. Good verbal and written communication skills are required. Understand and respect clients’ rights and responsibilities.
Qualifications
Must be 18 years or older.
o High school graduation or GED
o CPR & First Aid certified
o Current driver's license
o Shall have one-year full-time experience in personal care or an institutional setting, such as a hospital or nursing home, OR Shall have one-year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in a home care agency setting.
o Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
o Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
o Attends a minimum of (5) initial training upon pre-employment.
o Attends a minimum of (5) hours of continuing education training annually.
o Must have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered work with this agency.
- Experience working as a caregiver or similar field
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to remain empathetic to client's needs
- High attention to detail
- Certifications that may apply
We are looking forward to receiving your application. Thank you.