Lead In Home Caregiver-The Dalles

About the role

Come join our award-winning caregiving team! If you are passionate about improving lives, you belong here. Our caregivers are our most important asset. See why our caregivers chose to come and stay to thrive. Lead Caregivers are experienced individuals who help with our most critical shifts, including fill‑ins, new clients, and training shifts with new caregivers. The primary responsibilities include the Caregiver Job Duties listed below. Our Lead Caregivers must be available to work on short notice during their assigned availability times with clients in any of their assigned branches service areas.

Our hiring process is fast and simple: apply and the recruiter in your region will connect with you to schedule a phone interview. If hired, you will be scheduled for orientation at your branch. After completing onboarding, orientation, and training you can start working with clients. If you have not previously completed the state‑required 8‑hour Home Care Pulse caregiver training, you will be required to complete that training plus the nurse‑led medication training before working with clients; you will be paid to complete both trainings.

Responsibilities

• Household chores (cleaning, laundry, dishes, etc.)
• Cooking and/or serving meals
• Helping clients bathe, dress, and groom
• Providing companionship through daily activities and hobbies
• Driving clients (as needed) to the store or appointments
• Monitoring and reporting on their condition
• Assisting with gait belt or Hoyer transfers
• Fill in as needed
• Train new caregivers
• Client intakes

Requirements

• 18 years+
• Ability to pass a state and national background check
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and clean driving record
• Ability to transport clients in their own vehicle
• Ability to adapt to flexible schedules
• Ability to lift a minimum of 10lbs and up to 50lb rarely
• One year experience in home care, AFH, hospital or nursing home setting
• Must own a smart phone with capabilities to download and use a mobile app

Qualifications

HCA or C.N.A. certification preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling – we work with your availability
• Consistent Hours & Pay – you enter your preferred weekly hours each week and we work to get you the hours and paycheck you expect
• 24/7 Caregiver Support – you will never work without having someone available to answer the phone should you need something
• Paid Travel Time – we pay you for your travel time in‑between clients
• Paid Orientation & Training – you will be paid for the time you spend at orientation and any additional online training that is required
• Generous Referral Program – earn up to $478 per referral
• Continuing Education – access to online training and continuing education courses
• Recognition – weekly emails and monthly newsletters highlighting caregiver achievements

Pay

$23.50 per hour plus paid training and mileage reimbursement

Schedule

Flexible hours. Two lead positions currently open: one in The Dalles and one in Hood River. A caregiver who can cover both areas is preferred.