Homecare Assistant

Join an empowered team that is making a difference in our community!

Have you considered working for a financially stable, independent nonprofit? Are you looking to be part of a mission-driven team where your work has a real, visible impact? At PROVAIL, we’re proud to provide high quality services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. If you’re ready to do work that matters, we’d love for you to check us out. 

PROVAIL has an exciting opportunity for a Home Care Assistant to join our team! This position provides a variety of caregiving assistance directly to clients in their residences and in the community. This position serves seniors and adults with disabilities. We have immediate opening for a full time position supporting individuals in Shoreline, WA. 

This is a full time position that typically works Wednesday-Friday 7am-5pm but may require some need for occasional nights/weekends based business needs.

About Us

PROVAIL was founded in 1942 by parents of children with cerebral palsy. They created some of the first community services for individuals with cerebral palsy and other severe disabilities in the area. Our mission is supporting people with disabilities to fulfill their life choices. We help people decide how they want to live their life in the community and then provide the support services they need to act on those choices. We are one of the state’s largest private, multi-service agencies dedicated to meeting the needs of children and adults with all types of disabilities.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay, $23.93-$24.45 per hour, DOE


• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance with highly subsidized employer contribution for the employee. Dependent coverage for qualified family members is available.


• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) when enrolled in a medical plan.


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care and Dependent Care


• Employee Assistance Program


• 104 hours paid vacation plus incremental increases based on years of service


• Twelve paid personal holidays


• 403(b) retirement plan


• Referral bonus program


• Monthly cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement


• Extensive paid training and professional development opportunities

Additional benefits are available after eligibility criteria has been met for those that move into a regular full or part time position such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance with highly subsidized employer contribution for full time employees, HRA and FSA.

What you may do:

• Provide life enrichment activities and companion care.


• Engage with clients by providing social and emotional support and companionship while making client safety and enjoyment a priority at all times.


• Menu plan, provide shopping assistance, prepare meals, and help with feeding.


• Perform light housekeeping tasks.


• Provide medication assistance and record keeping.


• Assist clients with ADLs/IADL in a home setting.


• Manage client schedules / calendars.


• Transport clients to medical or other appointments, shopping, and recreational activities in clients or our own personal vehicle.


• Promptly report concerns about client abuse, neglect, or mistreatment in a prompt and appropriate manner.


• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.


• Registered Nursing Assistant (NAR) and one year experience in Caregiving is preferred.


• Ability to work 1:1 with clients with little or no supervision.


• Ability to read and comprehend training material, policies and procedures, client programs and other written materials related to the position.


• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, co-workers, health care professionals, families and others, as required, both orally and in writing.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Ability to follow care plans.


• Organizational skills, reliability, and professionalism.


• Exceptional customer service skills.


• Must be able to perform frequent lifting up to 50 pounds.


• Due to contractual requirements, all staff must successfully undergo a Washington State DSHS background check.

Additional preferred licenses and certifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (NAC) or Home Care Aid (HCA) Certification


• Nurse Delegation certificate


• CPR card


• Food handler permit


• Reliable transportation and ability to drive for work including a valid driver’s license in good standing and proof of auto insurance is required for those whose duties require transportation of assigned clients.

PROVAIL is committed to diversity & inclusion and continually working to build an organizational culture and climate in which every voice is valued, staff have a sense of belonging and connection with one another and to the organization, and staff feel empowered to do their best work. We specifically encourage people of color, individuals who identify as LGBTQ and individuals with disabilities to apply for this position. 

PROVAIL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Similar job titles: NAR, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, Home Care Aide, Nursing Assistant

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Shoreline, WA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)