Smithlife HomeCare is dedicated to providing personalized and empathetic home care services that significantly enhance the quality of life for our clients. We specialize in empowering individuals to live independently and comfortably in their own homes. Our team is unwavering in our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care, ensuring that each client receives the attention, respect, and compassion they deserve. Through our comprehensive and tailored care plans, we strive to meet the unique needs of every individual, fostering a sense of dignity, independence, and overall well-being. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where clients feel valued and cared for, allowing them to lead fulfilling lives in the comfort and familiarity of their homes.
Smithlife HomeCare seeks a compassionate, attentive, and responsible Live-In Home Health Aide (HHA) to care for an aging woman in her home. This role ensures her physical, emotional, and social needs are met while fostering a safe, comfortable, and enhancing living environment.
Personal Care and Daily Living Assistance:
- Support with dressing, including fastening clothing and jewelry.
- Encourage and assist with personal hygiene and bathing (standby support as needed).
- Prepare or assist with simple meals and promote healthy eating habits.
- Drive and accompany the client to grocery stores, doctor’s appointments, social activities, and family gatherings.
- Take notes during doctor’s appointments if required.
- Help manage the client’s schedule, including maintaining her social calendar and scheduling activities with friends and family.
- Assist with basic computer tasks, such as opening Netflix.
- Handle small household tasks the client needs help managing.
- Maintain open, regular communication with the client’s four adult children.
- Update and manage a shared online calendar for appointments and schedules.
Pet Care:
- Provide short walks (5-15 minutes) for a miniature poodle, 2-3 times daily.
Additional Requirements:
- Live-in caregiver must be a licensed driver with a reliable driving record.
- Caregiver will receive 8 hours of daily sleep time.
- Occasional travel with the client to her Lewes, Delaware residence may be required.
Qualifications:
- Valid/Current DC HHA Certification
- Valid/Current CPR Certifications
- Covid-Vaccine (both doses)
- At least 2 years of professional experience as a caregiver preferred
- Ability to work Every Friday 8am to Monday 8am
- Recent Tuberculosis screening
- Health Certificate
- COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory.
- Previous experience as a live-in caregiver or home health aide.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Empathy, patience, and excellent interpersonal communication.
- Basic computer skills to assist with online tasks and calendar management.
- Ability to work independently and respond promptly to client needs.
Additional Benefits:
- Competitive Starting Pay
- FREE COVID Testing
- Caregiver Appreciation Days
- Direct Deposit
- Referral Bonuses
- Yearly Sick leave benefits
- Holiday pay rate
- 24/7 support
Compensation:
- Make $336.00 per hour with the possibility of overtime at time and a half pay.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your application using the link below:
[https://smithlifehc.clearcareonline.com/apply/]
or
call (301-323-8930) Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
Standard shift:
- Ability to work Every Friday 8am to Monday 8am
Standard shift:
- Morning Shifts
- Evening Shifts
Standard Shifts Hours:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- DC HHA: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: NW, Washington DC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $336.00 per day
Benefits:
- Caregiver leave
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
Experience:
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Required)
- DC HHA (Required)
Work Location: In person
