We’re currently looking for a Part-Time Companion Caregiver in Los Gatos, CA (95032)

A family near Vasona Park in Los Gatos is seeking a compassionate, positive, and outgoing caregiver to provide companionship and daily support for their 27-year-old daughter with cerebral palsy. She is friendly, social, and enjoys staying active in her community. The ideal caregiver will help foster her independence while providing assistance with daily activities and personal care as needed.

Schedule: Part-time, Monday–Wednesday
Monday: Starting at 2:30 PM
Tuesday: Starting at 1:00 PM
Wednesday: Flexible, full-day availability preferred
Initially approximately 4-hour shifts, with opportunities for longer days
Longterm, approximately 20 guaranteed hours per week, with flexibility in scheduling
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: Ongoing, long-term
Rate: $25 to $35 per hour, based on experience

Responsibilities

Provide companionship, while supporting independence through daily activities and social outings.
Plan and accompany her to shopping, swimming, library visits, and community activities.
Provide safe transportation using the family’s vehicle and assist with wheelchair mobility.
Assist with daily care needs, including meals, dressing, and occasional physical support. Along with minimal toileting and hygiene assistance.
Support communication using an AAC device as needed. While being willing to learn most about the device (augmentative and alternative communication).
Provide emotional support and gentle guidance with social interactions.

Skills

Minimum 2 years of experience in adult caregiving, home health assistance, disability support, or a related field.
Experience supporting individuals with cerebral palsy, mobility limitations, or developmental disabilities preferred.
Comfortable assisting with wheelchair mobility, personal care, and physical support as needed.
Valid driver's license, safe and clean driving record, and comfort transporting client.
CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and successfully complete required background checks and screening.
Ability to pass an additional background check required to provide care and support for this individual through applicable assistance programs (Regional Center/IHSS).
Ability to provide two professional care-related references.
Positive, patient, dependable, and outgoing personality with strong organizational and communication skills.
Comfortable working in a home with a friendly dog and backyard chickens; no pet care required.

Benefits

This position pays $25-$35 per hour, based on experience. The family is seeking approximately 20 hours per week, with flexibility and potential for additional hours. Compensation may be arranged through applicable care assistance programs, which does require an additional background check.

BENEFITS:
Approximately 20 guaranteed hours per week
Flexible scheduling and potential for additional hours
Up to 40 hours of annual paid sick leave for eligible caregivers who meet program requirements, including the additional Regional Center background check