Temporary Part Time Caregiver
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We’re currently looking for a Temporary Part-Time Caregiver in Pittsburg, CA 94565
A lovely family near Bay Point seeks a temporary part-time caregiver/companion for their 72 year old mother to start Monday, November 16th. Care is needed Sunday through Saturday from 10AM to 12PM for 4-5 weeks, with the possibility of the position extending. The client’s son will be present in the home during care hours. The client is generally independent but occasionally uses a walker and experiences seizures that can cause dizziness, increasing her risk of falls. The family is looking for a patient, observant caregiver who prioritizes safety, provides gentle support with daily routines, and can respond quickly and appropriately in an emergency.
- Start date: Monday, November 16th
- End date: Saturday, December 19th, possibility to extend
- Schedule: Sunday-Saturday, 10AM-12PM
- Compensation: $20 per hour + gas reimbursement when driving the client for emergencies
- Driving the client (emergencies only)
- Provide attentive supervision to help prevent falls, especially in the mornings and during showers
- Serve light meals/breakfast for client
- Medication reminders
- Monitor glucose, blood pressure, and do weekend bandage changes for the client’s burn
- Light housekeeping related to the client
- Ability to respond quickly by calling 911 and notifying the family.
- Minimum of 2 years of paid, professional caregiving experience
- CPR certified, or willing to become certified
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record & valid auto insurance
- Reliable vehicle to transport client for emergencies
- Able to provide 2 care-related references from a professional setting
- Able to successfully clear a background and social media screening
The position pays $20 per hour, and the family is looking for 14 hours of care per week for 4-5 weeks.