Private Duty/Homecare Aide

About the role

Visiting Angels of Kirkland is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the Greater King County area. As a Visiting Angels Private Duty/Homecare Aide, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervising clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Requirements

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a Valid Driver's License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table
• License: HCACNA Exemption Letter with Active NAR, Driver's License if applicable

Benefits

• $18.00-$22.00 per hour, weekly payroll
• Clock-in/out, Care Plan, and Care Notes available real time on your phone (no paper to process)
• 24-hour access to office staff (you are always supported)
• A flexible schedule in the territories you want to work in
• Five people selected for Caregiver of the Month with up to a $500 prize
• Free continuing education, Training and development opportunities
• Company provided Protective Personal Equipment (Safety is a priority)
• $250 Employee Referral Program (the best new hire referrals come from our employees)
• Matching 401K Retirement Plan for Full Time Employees
• Health, Dental, and Vision benefits available for Full Time Employees
• Discounted homecare aide certification training for Full Time Employees
• Annual Gratitude Bonus

Schedule

Shifts are available 7 days a week, including morning, mid-day, evening, overnight, and live-in shifts.

Pay

The hourly pay rate is $18.00-$22.00 per hour.