Caregiver

A Place At Home

  • Portland, OR
  • $18.00-21.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Benefits:
  • Company parties
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
“Care for Others. We’ll Care for You.”At A Place At Home, we believe caregiving is more than just a job—it’s a calling. What makes us different is our commitment to making quality in-home care available to everyone, no matter their financial situation, so caregivers like you can make a real impact in the lives of people who might otherwise go without the care they deserve.We also know that great care starts with you. Our caregivers are never alone—we provide 24/7 on-call support, paid training, and benefits designed to take care of you, so you can focus on taking care of clients. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow your healthcare career, we’ll give you the tools, support, and opportunities to succeed.A Place At Home is hiring immediately for in-home Caregivers!No experience? No problem—we provide paid training. This is a great opportunity to build your resume, especially if you’re in nursing school and want hands-on experience to stay competitive in the healthcare field.Position OverviewThe Caregiver is responsible for providing basic daily care and companionship for clients in their homes. Caregivers help maintain care records, observe and report changes in client condition, and communicate with other members of the care team. Caregivers report to the DIrector of OperationsPay & Benefits
  • Starting pay $18/hour, up to $21/hour depending on experience
  • Paid Time Off & Annual Raises
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (Kaiser options after 60 days, 30+ hours/week)
  • Flexible Scheduling & Pay on Demand
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Overtime Opportunities (shifts available after 40 hours)
  • Unlimited Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Career Growth: Caregivers have advanced into Healthcare Administration, Franchise Ownership, and Nursing roles
  • Transportation-Friendly: Don’t have a car? That’s okay! We’ll match you with clients accessible by public transportation
Essential Functions
  • Enable clients to remain in their homes by monitoring and recording physical and mental condition
  • Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following care standards and procedures
  • Provide companionship, support, and personal care services (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility)
  • Plan and prepare meals and snacks, assisting with feeding if needed
  • Assist with light housekeeping, laundry, and errands
  • Drive clients to appointments or shopping (if applicable)
  • Document care in client records and communicate with the care team
  • Follow HIPAA guidelines and company policies at all times
  • Participate in in-service training as required
Responsibilities
  • Observe client’s physical and mental behaviors and report changes to the Administrator or Alternate Administrator
  • Report any unsafe environmental conditions
  • Explain necessary procedures to clients before performing them
  • Maintain continuity of care by documenting in the client’s care plan book and mobile app
  • Accept ownership for accomplishing new and different requests that enhance the quality of service
Skills & Qualifications
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Dependable, flexible, compassionate, and able to build strong client relationships
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Good judgment, time management, and listening skills
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred (not required)
  • Background check and drug test required (THC excluded); fingerprinting may be required for certain cases
  • Comfortable using a mobile app for clocking in/out and documentation
Essential Physical Demands
  • Bending, stooping, walking, and general light housekeeping tasks
  • Standing for prolonged periods
  • Able to lift 25 lbs
  • Physically able to perform duties of the position
At A Place At Home, our purpose is simple: to help people of all ages live safely at home with comfort, independence, and dignity. We deliver care guided by our core values—Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence—and we’re looking for caregivers who share that same passion.Apply today and start making a difference tomorrow!

A Place At Home