We are seeking a very loving, professional female caregiver located in Palm Springs or nearby cities.
Experience with elderly care is required. We are looking for someone who will treat and care for the patient as though she were your own family.
PLEASE NOTE: Male caregivers or altered transgender persons cannot be considered, as the patient is female.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss
Stroke, chronic illness, or disease
Injuries and post-hospital recovery
Diabetes, bed sores, incontinence
Personal hygiene care, bathing, and clean-up
Changing bed linens and laundry
Administering medications on time
Checking and recording vital signs
Meal preparation, kitchen maintenance, and basic cleaning
Patient observation, companionship, and loving care
Must be able to compassionately redirect the patient when confused or acting on incorrect beliefs.
Preferred but not required experience:
Cancer care, disabilities, mental impairment, hospital stays, end-of-life care, immobility.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
CPR, AED/BLS, and First Aid. Proof of current certification is required.
TRANSPORTATION REQUIREMENTS:
You must have a very dependable car for transporting the patient to appointments, restaurants, church and other outings – often daily.
Your vehicle must:
Be very easy for the patient to enter and exit
Have proper seat belt securing
Be comfortable for the patient during trips
Have dependable, working air conditioning
Be in good mechanical condition with good tires
Have current, adequate insurance coverage
Driving during shifts is compensated.
Please include in your response:
Year, make, and model of your vehicle
Current mileage
Any known mechanical issues
WORK SCHEDULE & FLEXIBILITY:
Typical shifts are 12 hours
Occasionally 24–48 hour shifts when needed
Must be able and willing to stay overnight on duty when needed
Schedule can vary weekly – flexibility is essential
Must coordinate well with other caregivers
This is a private contractor position (not employment)
Weekly compensation is only discussed in person
PATIENT INFORMATION:
The patient is an elderly woman, mobile and ambulatory, living in her own home.
You will provide one-on-one care and must be able to work independently. Contacting supervisor only as needed.
Lifting is not currently required but may be needed in the future.
REQUIREMENTS & EXPECTATIONS:
Genuinely loving and caring personality
Strong experience and training in caregiving
Must follow instructions fully and carefully
Reliable, honest, and responsible
Able to work well with other caregivers
You must be willing to provide:
References with contact information
Details of your training and caregiving experience
Resume (if available) or a written work history
Consent to a background check, drug test, tuberculosis test, and DMV driving record check (if selected)
INTERVIEW PROCESS:
There will be three interviews:
Phone interview – basic introductory conversation
In-person extensive meeting at a mutual location – compensation discussed
Final interview at the patient’s home – meet the patient and further discussion
If hired, a probationary period will be required. Weekly scheduling will be based on mutual agreement.
LOCATION:
The patient lives in Palm Springs. Preferred applicants live in Palm Springs or near Palm Springs or in areas nearby, which can include:
Moreno Valley, Calimesa, Beaumont, Morongo Valley, Joshua Tree, Desert Hot Springs, Indio, Mecca, La Quinta – or within a one-hour drive.
Applicants slightly outside these ares may still apply if seriously interested.
TO APPLY:
Please respond through the Craigslist email system and include the following in your message:
First and last name
Reliable cell phone number with area code
Your caregiving and related work history
The city where you reside
Year, make, model, and mileage of your vehicle
Any mechanical issues or tire concerns
A list of your certifications
Any health concerns that could affect your ability to work
Times you are available to receive a phone call
NOTE: Questions about job availability will be answered via email. All other questions will be answered by phone. If this ad is up we are still in the process of reviewing applicants.
THANK YOU for your interest and time.
We look forward to hearing from qualified and compassionate caregivers.