Job Details

Caregiver / Companion – Hospice Facility

Location: Rancho Mission Viejo, CA

Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite

Shifts Available: Day, Afternoon, Night, and Weekends

Priority Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm

Compensation: $25.00–$28.00/hr. DOE

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Caregiver/Companion to support patients within a professional hospice facility. This is a full-time, onsite role providing daily care, companionship, and assistance to individuals who require a calm, gentle presence.

This position is ideal for an experienced caregiver, a recent graduate entering the healthcare field, or someone who needs a stable environment with periods of downtime suitable for quiet study (as appropriate to patient needs).

A pleasant demeanor, clean and neat appearance, and the ability to stay composed in emotionally sensitive environments are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide companionship, emotional support, and a comforting presence to hospice patients

• Assist patients safely in and out of bed, wheelchairs, and other mobility devices

• Assist during feeding and ensure meals are consumed safely and comfortably

• Monitor patient condition and promptly report changes to facility staff

• Drive patients to scheduled appointments—clean driving record required

• Maintain a tidy, organized, and sanitary living area for patient comfort

• Support general caregiving tasks such as repositioning, transferring, and light housekeeping

• Follow all facility policies and care plans established by medical and nursing staff

• Provide reliable, consistent attendance and maintain professional conduct at all times

• Demonstrate patience, compassion, and a thick-skinned temperament appropriate for hospice care

Qualifications

• Previous professional caregiver experience highly preferred, especially within a facility setting

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required

• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients safely (including mobility support and repositioning)

• Strong interpersonal skills with a calm, compassionate, and patient-centered approach

• Ability to maintain boundaries, professionalism, and emotional resilience in end-of-life environments

• Reliable, organized, and able to follow care plans and facility protocols

• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

• TB test, background check, or medical clearance may be required per facility standards