This Is More Than a Traditional Caregiver Job

We are looking for an experienced caregiver who is also organized, proactive, and a strong problem solver.

You will provide personal care while also helping manage the client's calendar, appointments, household needs, bills, paperwork, errands, and daily schedule.

The most important part of this job is taking ownership.

We need someone who notices what needs to be done and takes the next step. You should be able to anticipate needs, solve problems, and follow through without waiting for constant direction.

If something needs attention, take action. If there is a problem, help find the next step.

See it. Think about it. Take action. Follow through.

If that sounds like how you naturally work, this may be a great role for you.

What You Will Do

Caregiving

Depending on the client's needs, you may help with:

• Bathing, dressing, and grooming

• Toileting and personal care

• Walking and mobility

• Safe transfers and fall prevention

• Meal preparation, eating, and hydration

• Medication reminders

• Light exercise

• Dementia support and redirection

• Companionship and transportation

• Light housekeeping

• Laundry and changing linens

You will also watch for changes in the client's health, mood, behavior, or abilities and report concerns to our team.

Calendar & Appointments

You will help keep the client's schedule organized, including:

• Scheduling and confirming appointments

• Keeping the calendar updated

• Planning transportation

• Tracking family visits and home services

• Preparing for and following up after appointments

• Watching for schedule conflicts

We want someone who looks ahead instead of waiting until the last minute.

Bills, Mail & Paperwork

You may help the client stay organized with basic financial and household matters, including:

• Sorting mail and organizing bills

• Keeping track of due dates

• Organizing receipts and important documents

• Tracking basic household expenses

• Helping with forms and paperwork

• Reviewing statements for something unusual

• Communicating with approved family members or professionals

You will not make major financial, legal, or medical decisions for the client. You must protect the client's privacy and follow all instructions from the client, family, care team, or authorized decision-maker.

Household Management

You will help keep the client's home running smoothly. This may include:

• Grocery shopping and meal planning

• Keeping household supplies stocked

• Picking up prescriptions

• Organizing the refrigerator and kitchen

• Arranging repairs or home services

• Tracking deliveries and running errands

• Helping care for household pets

• Keeping important areas of the home clean and organized

You are not expected to personally fix every problem, but you are expected to notice problems and help move them toward a solution.

Communication & Follow-Through

A big part of this job is making sure things do not fall through the cracks.

You may communicate with:

• Family members

• A Place at Home leadership

• Doctors' offices and pharmacies

• Care managers and fiduciaries

• Home health providers

• Household vendors

• Transportation providers

• Other approved professionals

If something needs attention, make sure there is a clear next step.

We are looking for someone who closes the loop.

What “Proactive” Looks Like

Instead of simply saying:

“The client is almost out of medication.”

We want someone who says:

“The client is almost out of medication. I checked the bottle, contacted the pharmacy, and reached out to the right person about the refill.”

Instead of:

“The client has a doctor's appointment tomorrow.”

We want:

“I confirmed the appointment, checked transportation, and made sure everything is ready.”

Instead of:

“There isn't much food in the refrigerator.”

We want:

“I checked what the client needs, made a grocery list, and planned the shopping trip.”

That level of ownership is very important in this position.

You May Be a Great Fit If You:

• Have caregiving experience

• Are highly organized and dependable

• Naturally take initiative

• Are a strong problem solver

• Can work independently

• Are comfortable managing a calendar

• Can organize bills and basic paperwork

• Are comfortable making professional phone calls

• Can use email, text, and smartphone apps

• Pay attention to details and follow through

• Stay calm when plans change

• Communicate clearly

• Know when to solve a problem and when to ask for help

• Treat private information with care and respect

Experience as a caregiver, CNA, personal assistant, household manager, care coordinator, medical assistant, or executive assistant may be helpful.

Requirements

• Prior caregiving experience preferred

• California Home Care Aide registration or ability to become registered

• Ability to pass required background checks

• Current TB clearance or ability to obtain one

• CPR/First Aid certification as required

• Valid driver's license

• Reliable transportation

• Current auto insurance if driving a client

• Ability to safely perform the physical duties of caregiving

• Smartphone and ability to use scheduling and care documentation apps

• Strong English communication skills

Why Join A Place at Home – Encinitas?

At A Place at Home, we believe great home care is about more than completing a list of tasks.

We help older adults stay safe, independent, organized, and supported at home.

Our caregivers work closely with our leadership team, families, and other professionals involved in the client's care.

We are looking for people who take pride in their work and want to make a real difference in someone's daily life.

The Goal

At the end of the day, we want the client and family to feel:

“I don't have to worry about every little detail. I know someone responsible is paying attention.”

If you are a caregiver who naturally sees what needs to be done, solves problems, and follows through, we would love to meet you.

Apply today to join A Place at Home – Encinitas.