We are looking for a Male PCA for LIVE IN CARE (preferably Th/Fri/Sat) in PALO ALTO. Care for a female client who wants to be as independent as possible, but also has short term memory loss and requires a mix of standby and hands-on assistance for transfers, ambulation, and personal care. Must be willing to drive client's car.
-Earn $150 sign-on bonus after working your first shift! (valid through January 1st, 2025)
-Want a meaningful career where you can make a difference in people's lives? We're on a mission to provide the best care and quality of life for older adults - and we need your energy, skills, and creativity!
At Sage Eldercare Solutions, we're setting the standard for excellence in senior care.
Since 2001 we have made it our goal to enhance quality of life through understanding clients' unique needs. Our team of nurses, social workers, and gerontologists act as advocates, counselors, and problem solvers to address physical, social, and emotional well-being. We have art, music, and recreational therapists who enrich the quality of our clients' lives. We have care providers who bring amazing passion and attention to detail to their work and a team of dedicated home care managers who support them and help them shine.
About the team:
At Sage we understand that each client has a different story, and our mission
is to create an experience that allows that story to unfold. We are a team of care providers that
truly embrace the idea that each individual encompasses their own set of beliefs, traditions, and
rituals that need to be nurtured and practiced. Each personal care attendant has an extensive
training program focusing on quality of care and quality of life. Our personal care attendants
understand that there is more to a client's day than personal care and that a day is only successful when the psychosocial needs of the client are met.
What you’ll do:
-Provide personal care assistance and companionship to your assigned client
-Promote your client's quality of life through meaningful activity and/or conversation
-Provide light housekeeping and meal prep; Transportation as appropriate
-Follow care plans/instructions; communicate all changes and concerns with the Sage Home Care Manager
-Complete an electronic daily shift report
-Comply with Sage Eldercare’s Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.
Who you are:
-Must have at least one year of experience working with a Home Care agency
-Must have experience working with Dementia clients
-Must have a Driver’s license and reliable transportation
-Must be passionate about working with seniors to improve their quality of life
-Must have the ability to comprehend, speak and write in English proficiently.
Why Sage?
-A few of our benefits include: PTO and paid holidays, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), and a 401(k) employer match
-Weekly pay, Paid Orientation, Paid Training
-24 Hour On-Call Line - Be a part of a team that supports you day or night! Gerontologists, nurses and social workers - as well as field supervisors - answer your questions and help you learn new ways to provide excellent care to clients
-Care Provide Referral Bonus - Earn an extra $500-$1000 when we hire your Caregiver referrals.
-Quality of Life Activities - Learn from our dedicated Hummingbird therapeutic activity specialists assigned to each and every home care client
-Access to Lifeworks- Employee Assistance Program
-Access to Benefits Hub - Get employee discounts on local deals, tickets and travel!
-We are living our mission and are creating great outcomes for clients every day
-We focus on quality of life for our clients AND our employees - emphasizing work-life balance and wellbeing
-We’re a forward-thinking organization that values your creativity and innovation
-We have a supportive, inclusive culture that embraces diverse perspectives and celebrates authenticity
-We offer professional growth through continuing education funds, mentorship, and promotion opportunities
Sage Eldercare Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Let's do work that matters! Apply now and join our ambitious efforts to provide the best possible quality of care and quality of life for our clients.
Compensation:
The anticipated base compensation for this position is between $24.78 per hour (+ shift differentials). Offered compensation will be determined based on education and experience.
