IOA is on the forefront of revolutionary healthcare models, reshaping the way people can age in place. Our innovative models transform lives, enhance communities, and save healthcare systems millions of dollars. Rather than focusing on archaic outdated design, we strive to consistently question the “status-quo” and create new and more innovative ways to help aging adults and adults with disabilities maintain their quality of life.

With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid seniors maintain their health, well-being, independence and participation in the community, fulfilling our mission.

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Home Care as well as the Staffing and Client Service Managers, Home Care Aides provide direct best of class services to adults with disabilities and older adults in their homes, hospitals, day centers, skilled nursing facilities and community residential facilities. Responsibilities may include, however are not limited to:

• Bathing
• Dressing
• Personal Care
• Meal Preparation
• Medication Reminders
• Errands/Shopping
• Respite/Companion Engagement
• Light Housekeeping
• Laundry
• Mobility and Transfer Assistance
• Pet Care
• Transportation
• Alzheimer and Dementia Care
• Parkinson’s care
• Hospice

Service Requirements:

• Consistent ability to get to and from client assignments (car, public transportation, etc.)
• Commitment and reliability
• Able to provide best in class customer service
• Ability to work with a team and independently
• Flexibility and solution oriented
• Continuous communication with administrative team

Requirements:

• Home Care Services Bureau (PER ID#) registration
• Livescan/Fingerprinting clearance; clean criminal background
• Current tuberculosis/TB clearance (either skin test, Xray or blood test)
• Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (2 forms of I-9 Compliant IDs; examples: Driver’s License, California ID, Social Security Card; US passport)
• English language proficiency is a must
• At least 1 year of (non-medical) professional experience caring for elderly or disabled adults and/or any related caregiving experience.
• Reliable regular transportation

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic Smartphone and technical skills
• Bilingual language proficiency in Tagalog, Spanish, Chinese or Russian languages
• Drive your own car
• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) or Home Health Aides (HHA) are highly desirable but not required
• Basic computer skills are highly advantageous but not mandated
• Students and/or retirees of Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) and Registered Nurses (RN) backgrounds are also encouraged to apply

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 35lbs or more with proper use of body mechanics – training provided
• Ability to lift, transfer, push/pull, reach, bend, walk, maneuver, and reposition.

Flexible Hours:

• Part-Time, Full-Time, 12-Hour Shifts, Short Shifts, Weekends. Services are provided 7 days a week.

Service Area: Sacramento and Placer Counties

COMPENSATION

Range: $19 - $21.00/hour

This rate is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, client needs, education and other factors. This range does not include any additional equity, benefits, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included. 

Beware of Hiring Scams

We are aware that some third parties have reposted our job listings in an attempt to scam applicants. Please be cautious and only apply through our official channels.

• Institute on Aging will never request payment or sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers during the hiring process.
• All official communication will come from a verified IOA email address.
• If you receive any suspicious communication or requests, report them to talentacquisition@ioaging.org.
• All legitimate job openings can be found on the Institute on Aging Careers Page.

We encourage you to learn more about IOA by visiting us here.

IOA reserves the right to adjust work hours or duties when appropriate.

Institute on Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Institute on Aging is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment and providing equal opportunities to all employees and job applicants without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neuro-diversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.