Full Job Description:

BrightStar Care of San Francisco & Marin is looking for compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide vital care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities, seniors, or those needing personal care assistance. Your responsibilities will include promoting client rights, offering direct care, and ensuring their safety and well-being.

Job Responsibilities:
– Deliver compassionate, personalized care to elderly clients.
– Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
– Engage clients in meaningful activities and cognitive exercises to enhance their quality of life.
– Monitor and document any changes in clients’ conditions, and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals and family members.
– Ensure a safe, comfortable, and dignified environment for clients at all times.
– Help clients maintain a clean and organized living space.
– Provide transportation to appointments or outings as needed.

Skills:
– Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks like transferring clients from bed to wheelchair.
– Knowledge of social work principles and practices.
– First aid and CPR certification (preferred).
– Familiarity with medication administration procedures.
– Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Requirements:
– At least 1 year of professional experience working with individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
– CPR Certification.
– Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray, and a clear physical exam within the last 6 months.
– Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance for transportation cases.
– Must pass a criminal background check and drug test.
– Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, push, and pull as needed based on client mobility. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.