Job Description
Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Rancho Santa Margarita Caregiving Team!
Are you looking for a career where you can truly make an impact? Whether you’ve cared for a family member or have professional experience, Senior Helpers of South Orange County is seeking compassionate caregivers in Rancho Santa Margarita to provide life-changing support to seniors in need.
Who You Are
Caregivers with us share a passion for service and come from a variety of backgrounds. You might be:
- A Family Caregiver: If you’ve cared for a loved one, you understand the importance of empathy and patience.
- An Professional Caregiver: Bring your expertise to our team and continue doing the work you love.
If you’re reliable, kind, and ready to help others live their best lives, you’ll fit right in!
Your Role as a Caregiver
Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to improve someone’s quality of life through tasks such as:
Personal Care Assistance
- Help clients with bathing, grooming, and dressing while maintaining their dignity.
- Provide mobility and toileting support to ensure comfort and safety.
Companionship & Emotional Support
- Share meaningful moments through conversations, games, or hobbies.
- Promote activities like gentle walks or light exercises to keep spirits high.
Household Assistance
- Prepare meals that meet dietary needs and preferences.
- Keep homes tidy with light housekeeping and laundry.
- Remind clients to take medications on schedule.
Transportation & Errands
* Safely drive or accompany clients to appointments, social outings, or errands.
Monitoring & Safety
* Ensure a secure environment and report changes in health or behavior to the team.
Your goal isn’t just to assist but to bring joy, comfort, and confidence to each client’s day.
Why Choose Senior Helpers?
- Award-Winning Team: Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for six consecutive years.
- Flexible Schedules: Balance caregiving with your personal life, thanks to our customizable shifts.
- Career Growth: Expand your skills and build a meaningful career with our professional training.
- One-on-One Care: Form close connections with clients while delivering personalized support.
Perks of the Job
- Competitive Pay: $17 to $20 per hour, paid biweekly.
- Generous Benefits: 5 sick days, holiday pay, mileage reimbursement, and bonus opportunities.
- Paid Training: Access hands-on and online programs, including specialized courses for dementia, chronic care, and more.
- Train hands-on in our Center of Excellence, where we provide a mock-home environment to gain realistic training in!
- 6 Months of continuous monthly online training provided, including dementia, chronic conditions, hospice, and more!
- Essential Gear: Scrubs and PPE provided at no cost.
- Supportive Environment: 24/7 office assistance ensures you’re never alone in the field.
What We Need from You
- At least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
- No professional experience required—family caregiving is equally valued!
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and car insurance.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
- Pass background checks and drug screenings.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.
Flexible Schedules to Fit Your Life
We know life is busy, so we offer flexibility:
- Choose from morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight shifts.
- Options for 12-hour, 8-hour, 4-hour, and 2-hour shifts.
- Stacked shifts, weekend availability, and holiday schedules.
EEOC Statement
Senior Helpers - South OC is committed to diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,