San Mateo County | Home Care Aide/Caregiver (HCA/CG)

Qualifications: & physical requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Registered as a Home Care Aide (HCA) with the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), or eligible and willing to obtain registration prior to assignment
• Successful completion of required state and federal background clearance
• Ability to follow a written care plan and communicate clearly with clients, families, and the care team
• Professional reliability, compassion, and the ability to maintain client confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior caregiving, home care, senior care, or healthcare support experience
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification
• Bilingual fluency aligned with client community needs
• Interest in advancing toward HHA, CNA, or other healthcare positions

• Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and assist with client mobility; lift up to 50 pounds; and assist with transfers of clients up to 250 pounds using appropriate equipment or team assistance.
• Ability to assist with mobility and transfers using equipment such as gait belts, slide boards, mechanical lifts (e.g., Hoyer lifts), wheelchairs, and other transfer devices, in accordance with safety guidelines and the service plan.
• Sufficient vision and hearing (with correction if needed) to safely perform client care.
• Ability to safely perform personal care, basic housekeeping, and meal preparation tasks.

Licensure/Certification maintenance

Required licensure/certification/registration must be maintained throughout employment. Proof of current, valid credentials must be provided upon request.

Work environment & care settings

Care is provided in diverse settings, including private homes, assisted or independent living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals, and involves close, direct interaction with clients. This role may include exposure to blood, body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials. It may require responding appropriately to urgent or emergencies in accordance with training and agency protocols. Some assignments may require local travel.

Work schedule

Work schedules vary based on client needs and may include short or extended shifts, as well as day, evening, weekend, or holiday assignments.

What We Offer

At Care Indeed, we believe exceptional care begins with investing in the people who deliver it. We are committed to fostering a high-performance, values-driven environment where team members are supported, recognized, and empowered to excel.

• Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive, market-informed compensation aligned to role, level, location, and experience
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with applicable law
• Maternity leave is supported through short-term disability and baby-bonding benefits

• Growth & Development
• Paid training and structured, ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to deepen skills across both in-home and facility-based care settings

• Flexibility & Rewards
• Flexible scheduling across in-home and facility-based assignments
• Same-day pay options for eligible shifts
• Employee recognition programs and LifeMart employee discounts

• Culture & Impact
• A mission-driven organization grounded in compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence
• A workplace consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Aging Services

Equal opportunity & accommodation

Care Indeed is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply and value diversity in our workforce, just as the clients and families we serve are diverse.

Care Indeed provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with federal, state, and local law. Applicants who require assistance or accommodation during the application or employment process may contact HumanResources@careindeed.com.

Make an Impact. Join Our Team. Apply at https://careindeed.com/careers [https://careindeed.com/careers?utm_source=chatgpt.com] or call 650-563-8711 to learn more.