Thurston County Caregiver, Tumwater Olympia Lacey

As a One-on-One Caregiver in Thurston County, you provide steady, respectful In-Home Caregiver support that helps one client remain safe, comfortable, and as independent as possible in a familiar home setting. This Entry-Level Caregiver opening focuses on consistent, relationship-based Single-Client Care—without the pace and No Facility Chaos common in larger settings. $23.54-$27.28 hour, with excellent benefits. Flexible Part Time and Full Time Employment Opportunities in Thurston County, Tumwater, Olympia, Lacey, Rochester, Tenino, or Rainier. Apply www.kwacares.org/careers 

Key responsibilities include Personal Care and hygiene support, Mobility Assistance, Companion Care, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping, and clear daily Care Documentation to maintain a safe living environment.

Required knowledge/skills:
- Patience, empathy, and strong dependability; able to work independently in a private home/apartment (no prior medical experience required)
- Clear communication and comfort providing hands-on support
- Age 18+
- Valid Washington State driver’s license, active auto insurance, and reliable transportation to commute across Thurston County (Olympia WA, Lacey WA, Tumwater WA, Yelm WA)
- Ability to pass a standard criminal background check
- Willingness to complete 100% paid Home Care Aide (HCA) Certification Training within required timelines

If you want calm, consistent shifts and meaningful one-to-one care, please apply today 

As a One-on-One Caregiver, you arrive on time to a client’s home in Thurston County (Olympia WA, Lacey WA, Tumwater WA, or Yelm WA) and settle in for a consistent shift—your car typically stays parked, supporting a calm work environment and a true zero midday commute. You begin with a brief, friendly check-in and a quick review of the day’s plan so the client feels comfortable and informed. As the hours move along, the pace stays steady: shared conversation, a simple meal, and a tidy, safe home setting. When the care plan calls for it, you may take a short drive for an errand or appointment, with mileage reimbursement. Near the end of the visit, you confirm the client is settled and document clear, concise notes for the care team. You leave with a clean handoff and the satisfaction of meaningful one-to-one support—without facility rush or No Facility Chaos.