Care Companion
Job in
Rancho Santa Margarita, Orange County, California, 92688, USA
Listed on 2026-02-24
Listing for:
Helpr
Per diem
position Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Home Care, Caregiver -
Social Work
Home Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Occasional Care Companion
Department: Care Finder
Employment Type: Flexible
Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Compensation: $27.00 / hour
Description
We're currently looking for an Occasional Care Companion in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
A kind and social woman in Rancho Santa Margarita is seeking an occasional care companion to begin immediately. Support is needed 1-2 times every other month when her husband is traveling for work. Shifts may fall on any weekday, typically from 5pm-10pm, with some evenings extending as late as midnight. The family would also appreciate flexibility for occasional overnight support until 7:00am (caregiver is permitted to sleep during overnight hours).
The family will provide at least one week's notice prior to each shift. The client enjoys baking, cooking, and watching movies. She uses a wheelchair and needs assistance with select daily activities, including reaching items for meal prep. She also values having someone nearby for safety in case of a fall. A Hoyer lift is available, and the family is happy to provide training if needed.
Those applying do not need to be available for all of the family's needs, but should understand there are no guaranteed hours for this position. An ideal candidate will be friendly, conversational, and dependable.
- Start date: Immediate
- Length of position: Ongoing
- Compensation: $27 per hour
- Typical needs: Monday-Friday, 5pm-10pm (or as late as midnight)
- Additional needs: Overnight care until 7am (candidates allowed to sleep)
- Engaging the client in conversation and companionship
- Assisting with transfers from wheelchair (under the arm or using a Hoyer lift - client weighs approximately 190 lbs)
- Support with physical therapy exercises
- Assist with personal hygiene tasks
- Minimum of 2 years of paid, professional caregiving experience
- CPR certified, or willing to become certified
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Able to provide 2 care-related references
- Able to pass a criminal background and social media screenings
This position pays $27 per hour, and the family is looking for intermittent care, as needed.
- Flexible schedule - work when you are available
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