Work for an amazing non-profit! Full and part time schedules available with the ability to design your own schedule. We match you with a client based on three criteria: geographic location, skillset and availability. Currently seeking out caregivers for Beaverton and SW Portland areas. United Homecare Services takes care of our caregivers! Founded as a nonprofit organization, our mission is "To enhance the dignity and quality of life of Oregon seniors and partner with families who seek home assistance." Our staff has a passion for helping people! We value our caregivers because they are at the heart of what we do. We take great care to match experienced caregivers to our client's needs, so that both can enjoy a long-lasting, positive relationship and a bond of trust. More clients available if wanted. Benefits
- $18.00 per hour
- 1:1 Client ratio
- Paid Time Off
- Healthcare benefits for full time employees (work 27 hours per week)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel time and mileage reimbursement
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Recognition program (incentives, travel gear)
- Support and supervision from an area manager who looks "win-win" scenarios
Responsibilities
- Assist the client with activities of daily living
- Provide personal care services including bathing and toileting assistance, transfers, mobility, dressing and grooming
- Perform light housekeeping and do laundry to help maintain comfortable and healthy living conditions
- Provide companionship services to reduce senior isolation
- Provide medication reminders
- Plan, prepare and serve meals
- Complete client’s shopping or accompany the client to do so successfully
- Transport client to and from appointments
- Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
Qualifications
- Enjoy making a difference in another's life
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Demonstrated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
- Dependable to complete all assigned shifts
- Prior experience in a healthcare or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
- Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Take pride in providing high quality care
- Hoyer lift experience
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.