Senior Services Aide

continuous until filled

the ideal candidate will have reliable transportation and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. This person will travel to the homes of carson homebound seniors to assist them with light housekeeping, chores, and errands.

under the direct supervision of the human services supervisor, provides assistance to help seniors maintain their independence at home through the senior services aide program and performs related duties as required.

graduation from high school or ged and approximately one (1) year of experience working with seniors or other vulnerable populations. A certified nursing assistant (cna) is preferred.

• older adult needs, medically, socially and psychologically
• applicable city rules and policies

• work in the residential homes of senior citizens within the city performing housekeeping duties including, but not limited to dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, washing of clothing and dishes
• work in the residential homes of senior citizens within the city performing personal care duties including, but not limited to showering/bathing and dressing
• work a flexible schedule during the required hours
• communicate in english effectively in writing and orally
• meet approved minimal physical and medical standards
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• maintain sensitivity to ethnic, religious, cultural, and sexual differences

possession of a valid california class c driver license and must be insurable by the city’s insurance carrier. Must also have a valid cpr and first aid certification.

employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Positions in this class normally:

• require standing, stooping, reaching and bending.
• require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects.
• require lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects which may weigh 40 pounds and up to 60 pounds.
• require the ability to drive to residential homes.
• require the ability to be sensitive to the needs of older adults.
• require the ability to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.

the city of carson is an equal opportunity employer. Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call human resources for assistance at .

any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing background check and other tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

the provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice. All statements made on the job application are subject to investigation and/or verification. Inaccurate and/or false statements will be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligibility list or discharge from employment.

important notice
: only those among the most highly qualified will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will be an interview, weighted at 100%. Applicants who falsify, exaggerate or exclude material facts on their application may be excluded from this and future examination processes and if hired, terminated from employment. Applications for this recruitment will only be accepted online.

please do not use your city of carson email address as part of this applications. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from human resources throughout the recruitment process.