You must be willing to travel to the greater San Jose, CA area for work.

Position Overview

As a caregiver who has a background in dementia and complex cases, you play a critical role in providing compassionate care to individuals facing cognitive challenges. Your experience extends beyond basic caregiving as you care for clients who have dementia, Alzheimer's and other related conditions.

At Exceptional Care, our caregivers earn top dollar, get the best shifts, receive great benefits and are like family. Isn’t it time to upgrade to the best private home care agency in the valley?

Here are the key responsibilities and qualifications for this role:

Responsibilities:

Dementia Care
Follow personalized care plans for individuals with dementia.
Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients.
Monitor medication compliance, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules.
Understand and respond to the unique needs and behaviors associated with dementia.
Complex Cases
Work with patients who have complex health conditions.
Collaborate with the care manager to deliver effective care.
Observe your client and report any changes in their health conditions.
Personal Care Assistance
Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Help with mobility and fall prevention.
Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
Companionship and Mental Stimulation
Engage patients in mentally stimulating activities (e.g., puzzles, reminiscing).
Provide companionship to reduce feelings of isolation.
Support social connections with friends and family.
Meal Preparation and Nutrition
Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary requirements as specified in the care plan.
Encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
Household Management
Manage household tasks, including cleaning and laundry.
Maintain a tidy and organized living space.
Administration
Documentation of completed tasks and reporting of changes in the client’s physical condition, mental capability or behavior
Promptly report any change in client condition to the Care Manager
Attends in-service as required by regulation.

Qualifications:

Experience
Minimum of two years of formal caregiving experience, specifically with older adults.
CNA or HHA preferred
Experience in Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
Ability to handle complex situations.
Skills
Compassion, patience, and empathy.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Must have good command of the English language.
Problem recognition and communication.
Knowledge of safety procedures to prevent accidents.
Hoyer lift transfer skills a plus
Hospice experience a plus
Catheter bag management a plus
Physical Requirements
Ability to provide hands-on care for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
Physical strength and endurance
Other Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must drive, have a California driver license and your own vehicle
Must be willing to drive clients and run errands.
Must be registered on the home care aide registry and must complete a criminal background check.
Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this.

Benefits:

Generous Wages Depending on Experience and Client
Overtime
12/24 Hour Shifts
Weekly Pay
Phone Stipend - $35 a month
Signing Bonus - $1,000
Employee Referral Program - $500
HCA License Bonus - $100
401k Retirement Savings with 3% matching after one year
Paid Sick Leave (5 Days/year)
Paid Time Off (3 Days/year)
Free Company Gear
Quarterly All-Hands Paid Party and Team Building
Paid Training
Discounts Program
24/7 Coaching and Support
Incentives Program
Employee Assistance Program

At Exceptional Care, we believe that home is where quality of life happens. Our journey began when Audrey Vermont Nurse/Care Manager experienced firsthand the challenges faced by families seeking quality home care. Inspired by compassion and driven by a mission to enhance quality-of-life, we set out to create an agency that truly cares. Our mission is to provide personalized, dignified care that empowers our clients to thrive in the comfort of their own homes. We treat every client and our valued staff like family, ensuring safety, companionship, and peace of mind.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 48 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid training
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

12 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Morning shift
Night shift
Overnight shift

Experience:

Alzheimer's or Dementia care: 1 year (Required)
Caregiving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Home Care Aide Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)
Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Exceptional Care LLC

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