Daytime In-Home Caregiver (Morning & Afternoon Shifts)

At Homewatch CareGivers, we appreciate that you want an employer that invests in your growth and a career in helping others. As a Caregiver, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), or Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with our company, you will compassionately and skillfully provide a full scope of caregiving services, and will also be relied upon to make observations and recognize changes in our clients. We will match you with a client whose needs are a good match for your current skills and preferences while providing additional training, as needed, to help you hone or expand your skills.

Current Openings:

We are seeking a compassionate caregiver, CNA, CHHA, or PCA who will take pride in providing quality care to our clients, as well as finding enrichment in bonding with them. Each client is unique and this position includes interacting with client(s) in their home(s) or another setting in a variety of ways.

• We currently are seeking several caregivers to work in and near Westfield, MA with clients who require morning and early afternoon care. Additionally hours are available with other clients in our service area of Hampden and Hampshire Counties, and we have a mix of daytime and evening hours available.
• Our in-home caregiver positions involve assisting primarily elders but also clients of all ages. These positions offer flexibility in terms of shift length, time of day, and days of the week and are open to both certified and uncertified caregivers.

Job duties may include:

• Assisting with activities of daily living including transfers and ambulation, hygiene, and meal-time needs
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment
• Keeping clients engaged with the outside world by assisting them with phone calls, providing occasional transportation, and accompanying to appointments, errands, and recreational activities
• Providing reminders for medication, physical therapy exercises, and other tasks as indicated on their plan of care
• Checking vitals, recording daily activities, monitoring health, and reporting changes in their health status in a timely and accurate manner.

Benefits:

• Equal Opportunity Employer. We appreciate and respect our diverse family of caregivers, staff, and clients.
• DailyPay - Be Paid Daily to Weekly for a portion of your pay with the remainder being paid on your Biweekly paycheck
• Competitive starting pay based on experience and education with opportunities for raises
• Shift stipends offered
• Quarterly & Referral Bonuses available
• Health Benefits
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Accrued Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick Time)
• Work close to home – short commutes
• Consistent hours with the same client(s)
• Various shift lengths to accommodate your availability
• Part-time and full-time employment options
• Flexible schedules
• Ongoing paid training including accredited courses needed to maintain certifications through our online Homewatch University as well as live training
• Access to our app on your smartphone to keep track of your work schedule, shift responsibilities, communicate with the office and family, and much more.

Qualifications:

• We have positions available for certified and uncertified caregivers. A Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license, Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA), or PCA certificate is required to work with some but not all clients.
• Ability to assist clients with care duties as detailed under "Job Duties" safely, skillfully, and compassionately.
• Ability to report to your shifts reliably, consistently, and punctually, and to remain at the client's home or school until relieved.
• Ability to work well with others and independently. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are important.
• Valid Driver's License or Adult Permit and a reliable, insured vehicle is highly preferred. Caregivers who do not drive but have two forms of reliable transportation are also encouraged to apply.
• All caregivers must be willing to follow Universal Precautions & COVID-19 protocols including wearing a mask for the duration of their shifts. Vaccinations and boosters are helpful and will allow you to be matched with more clients.
• Satisfactory results of a criminal background check and reference check
• At this time, we are only able to move forward with candidates who are 18 years of age or older.

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.25 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Westfield, MA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• If you are unable to drive yourself to and from clients' homes, what forms of reliable transportation will you use?

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License/Permit and a Reliable, Insured Vehicle (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17