Hourly & Live-In Caregivers - East Bay
Company: Institute on Aging
Location: Oakland
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
You may think "old" when you think of Institute on Aging (IOA)
because we offer services for seniors and are a 40+ year
institute.... but you wouldn't be more wrong. While we do have a
long-standing history in California, IOA is on the forefront of
revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age
in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance
communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars.
Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to
consistently question the "status-quo" and create new and more
innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities
maintain their quality of life. With over 23 programs, we offer
multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being,
independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our
mission.We serve a diverse population of older adults and disabled
adults without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual identity, or
social status. We embrace the Bay area's vibrant and varied
culture, celebrating the diversity of its inhabitants. We have a
commitment to representing, honoring, and enhancing the journeys of
all aging adults, including those from different cultural
backgrounds as well as seniors within the LGBT community.Under the
direction and supervision of the Staffing and Client Service
Managers, Home Care Aides provide direct services to older adults
in their homes. Key tasks may include, but not limited
to:Assistance with personal care, including bathing, dressing,
grooming and toiletingDriving or accompanying clients to shopping,
errands or doctor's appointmentAssistance with transfers,
ambulation, or exerciseMeal preparation including special diets and
feeding assistanceLight housekeeping, including vacuuming, dusting,
laundry/linen changes and dishesMedication reminders
CompanionshipRequirements: Home Care Services Bureau (PER ID#)
registrationLivescan/Fingerprinting clearance; clean criminal
backgroundCurrent tuberculosis/TB clearance (either skin test, Xray
or blood test)Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (2 forms of
I-9 Compliant IDs; examples: Driver's License, California ID,
Social Security Card; US passport)English language proficiency is a
mustAt least 1 year of (non-medical) professional experience caring
for elderly or disabled adults and/or any related caregiving
experience.Desired Qualifications: Bilingual language proficiency
in Tagalog, Spanish, Chinese or Russian languagesCertified Nursing
Assistants (CNA) or Home Health Aides (HHA) are highly desirable
but not requiredBasic computer skills are highly advantageous but
not mandatedStudents and/or retirees of Licensed Vocational Nurses
(LVN) and Registered Nurses (RN) backgrounds are also encouraged to
apply Physical Requirements:Ability to lift 50lbs or more with
proper use of body mechanics - training providedAbility to lift,
transfer, push/pull, reach, bend, walk, maneuver, and
reposition.Flexible Hours: Part-Time, Full-Time, 12-Hour Shifts,
Short Shifts, Weekends or Live-In. Services are provided 7 days a
week. NOTE: Your flexibility/availability increases chances for
work.Service Areas: San Francisco (its 5 major Districts) and the
Peninsula - Central/downtown, Richmond, Sunset, Upper Market and
beyond (south central) and Bernal Heights/Bayview and beyond
(southeast). South San Francisco, Daly City, Pacifica, Half Moon
Bay, Colma, Millbrae, Hillsborough, San Bruno, San Carlos,
Burlingame, San Mateo, Foster City, Belmont, Brisbane, Redwood
City, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton.We encourage you to learn
more about IOA by visiting us here.IOA reserves the right to adjust
work hours or duties when appropriate. Institute on Aging is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to
cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing
equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without
regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity,
disability, veteran status or any other protected category under
federal, state and local law.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair
Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified
applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Keywords: Institute on Aging, Oakland , Hourly & Live-In Caregivers - East Bay, Other , Oakland, California
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