Caregiver

Bakersfield Community Caregiving provides the highest quality home care to home-bound patients within a home setting and focuses on the patient's optimal level of independence. Our caregiving program meets the individual home care needs of each patient. We are committed to serving the community and providing a variety of quality health care services to our patients.

Looking for caregivers that can work weekends, any and all shifts.

**Weekend shifts will receive $19.00 hour**

We service all of Kern County and are looking for caregivers that can cover Bakersfield, Tehachapi, Wasco, Shafter, Taft & Delano areas.

***CNAs encouraged to apply***

Job Requirements

• Pass Live Scan Fingerprint Clearance (LIC 9163)
• Pass a criminal background check
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Current American Heart Association BLS or First Aid/CPR certification.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Management experience with ability to train and educate other employees.
• Ability to interact professionally with all parties involved in the care of clients.

Caregiving responsibilities to include, but not limited to, the following:

· Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care such as bathing, grooming, and dressing

· Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
Administer medication reminders and assist with medication management

· Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment

· Prepare meals and assist with feeding if necessary

· Monitor and record vital signs as required

· Implement behavior management techniques when needed

· Support individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care

· Drive clients to appointments or outings as needed

Experience:

· Prior experience in home care, nursing homes, or direct support roles is preferred

· Knowledge of vital signs monitoring and behavior management techniques

· Familiarity with working with individuals with developmental disabilities

· Ability to clean and maintain a safe living environment

· Strong communication skills and empathy towards clients' needs

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid training

Work Location: In person