Caregiver/Care Specialist
Tri-Valley Career Center · Pleasanton, CA · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$18–$21.5/hrPart-time
Why Students Choose Us
- Flexible scheduling — AM, PM, and overnight shifts. We build your schedule around your classes and exams, not the other way around.
- Real experience — Hands-on care including dementia, Parkinson's, personal care, and medication reminders. The kind of experience that strengthens personal and school (ex: nursing, med) applications.
- Work close to home — We match you with clients near your campus or home address whenever possible.
- Daily Pay available — Access your earnings before payday.
Pay & Benefits
- $18.00–$21.50/hr based on experience, location, and certifications
- $0-Cost Wellness Program including $0 copay primary and urgent care, 100% covered preventive care, $0 or discounted prescriptions, virtual medical and mental health services, and virtual vet care for your pets
- Tax-advantaged benefit that may increase your take-home pay
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with low-cost investment options and free financial guidance
- $152 Referral Bonus for every person you refer who gets hired
- Paid Training, Orientation, Sick Time, and Mileage
- Overtime and Holiday Pay opportunities
- Free Uniforms
What You'll Do
- Provide companionship, conversation, and social engagement
- Aid with personal care including grooming and hygiene
- Support with light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
- Administer medication reminders and monitoring
- Deliver specialty care for clients with dementia or Parkinson's disease
- Accompany clients on walks, outings, and errands
- Supervise client safety and fall prevention
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license and current auto insurance
- Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs unassisted
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Pass a state Live Scan background check and TB test
- Read, write, speak, and understand English
- Register as a Home Care Aide (HCA) with the California Department of Social Services — we guide you through every step at no cost to you