Entry level Care Professional - Home Instead : Job Details

If you hold an active HCAC, NAC or EXEMPTION LETTER please refer to our Experienced Care Professional Application.Home Instead is a recognized leader in providing non-medical, in-home care, and we're excited to offer entry-level caregivers thebest starting point in their home care careers. Our mission is simple: to enhance the lives of aging adults and their families by providing personalized care and steadfast support. We are actively seeking individuals who are new to the field, eager to learn, and passionate about making a positive impact on others to join our compassionate team in Spokane, WA, and the surrounding areas.

As an entry-level caregiver with Home Instead, you'll play a vital role in improving the quality of life for seniors and individuals with various needs through the delivery of exceptional in-home care services. We believe in the potential of individuals who are just starting their careers in caregiving and are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for your growth.

This fulfilling experience is made possible by individuals who are reliable and dependable, which is why we refer to them as Care Professionals or CarePros for short. The term CarePros emphasizes the honorable nature of this profession and highlights the essential skills, knowledge, responsibility, and dedication required. Join our dedicated team, kickstart your career in home care, and be part of making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reflect the core values of Skurffy Werks LLC d.b.a. Home Instead of Spokane.
• Contribute to a positive living environment to enhance a client's quality of life.
• Maintain professional standards of communication and conduct with clients and other staff.
• Provide non-medical in-home care to our clients. Depending on the provided plan of care for a client, care may include some or all of the following tasks (this list is not exhaustive):
  • Companionship and conversation
  • Performing light housekeeping
  • Washing and ironing laundry
  • Meal Preparation and Kitchen Cleanup
  • Provide stabilization and assistance with walking
  • Provide medication reminders
  • Provide appointment reminders
  • Accompanying client on errands or appointments
  • Transportation to errands or appointments
  • Assisting with bathing and grooming
  • Assisting with toileting and incontinence issues
  • Advanced Alzheimer's/Dementia Care
  • Hospice Care

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age. Legally employable in the USA.
• Able to lift, push or pull 25 pounds, and ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel and reach as needed.
• Possess a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Able to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Must have acceptable results for a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Maintain ongoing state requirements CEU's, Background checks, etc.
• Treat and care for clients and their property with dignity without regard to religion, race, sex, marital status etc.
• Communicate with clients in a friendly, professional, and congenial manner.
• Withstand exposure to occasional dust, mold, mildew, and cleaning solutions.
• Pursuing or in possession of an NAC or HCAC, or possess an exemption.
• Pursue ongoing professional training and learning.

• $16.28 - $21.00 Hourly.

• Competitive pay rates with opportunities for advancement.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
• Cost assistance program for HCAC training.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Accident insurance for both on and off the job.
• Voluntary Medical,Dental, Vision available.
• Same Day pay with Pay Active.
• Bonuses - referral and goal based.
• Voluntary Overtime

• Full-time
• Part-time

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• Airway Heights
• Chattaroy
• Cheney
• Colbert
• Deer Park
• Elk
• Liberty Lake
• Mead
• Medical Lake
• Newport
• Nine Mile Falls
• Otis Orchards
• Spokane
• Spokane Valley