Caregiver
Santa Ana, CA
Caregiver / Direct Support
Caregiver / Direct Support
Sign-On Bonus up to $500
At Momentum, we believe in enriching lives and providing compassionate care for those who need it most. We're dedicated to helping individuals maintain their independence and enjoy a high quality of life, and we're looking for caring and dedicated caregivers to join our team.
Momentum is seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to provide support and assistance to our clients, enabling them to live comfortably and independently in their homes. As a Caregiver, you'll play a crucial role in improving the lives of those we serve while fostering a sense of belonging, dignity, and fulfillment.
Salary: $17.75 - $18.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation/Sick/Bereavement leave
- Credit Union Benefits and Discounts
- $750.00 Referral Bonus Program
- Retirement Plan (403B)
- Employer-Sponsored Life Insurance
Schedules Available:
- 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, varying days, including weekends and holidays
- 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM, varying days, including weekends and holidays
Caregiver Responsibilities:
- Personal Care: Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Medication Reminders: Help clients with medication reminders, ensuring they take their medications as prescribed
- Meal Preparation: Prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks as per the client's dietary requirements
- Companionship: Engage in meaningful conversations, provide emotional support, and participate in activities that promote mental and emotional well-being
- Light Housekeeping: Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients, including light housekeeping tasks
- Transportation: Assist clients with transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities as needed
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any changes in the client's condition to the care coordinator
- Respect for Dignity: Ensure that all care is provided with respect for the client's dignity and independence
Caregiver Qualifications:
- The minimum age requirement of 18 years
- A high school diploma or equivalent is a mandatory prerequisite
- Direct Support Professional I and / or II certification is a preferred qualification
- Effective and professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate harmoniously with colleagues
- Successful completion of all post-offer, pre-employment screening requirements, including but not limited to a comprehensive criminal background check, drug screening, and documentation of eligibility to work in the United States
- Physical capabilities to perform tasks such as running, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting, and transferring individuals
Additional Information:
- The sign-on Bonus will be paid in two payments. The first payment will be made after 90 days of employment and the second payment will be made after 6 months of employment.