How To Register As A Home Care Aide In California

[@robertahosey9765]

I did my live scan today. I’m proud to announce I am cleared!!! My HCA registration is good for two years. I have my first client visit to tomorrow ❤

[@augustacare]

Congrats! Glad to hear that this was helpful.

[@MarthaTorres-il1nc]

I have a question. Once I register The clients would call me??

[@augustacare]

Hey, you need to work with a home care agency to get placed with seniors / clients. If you are looking at becoming your own independent caregiver, then you would need to find the clients yourself as you essentially would be starting your own business (Self employed). That is why most caregivers work with Home Care Agencies as they agency sources the clients and places the caregiver (You)

[@jaenabrahaman3071]

Thank you so much! i am an immigrant ...this video is so helpful for me!! May God bless you, sir!!

[@annie711000]

Do you know if you have to do fingerprinting and live scan if you’ve already done it to work with IHSS?

[@augustacare]

You would need to undergo another fingerprint & livescan as the IHSS background check is only ran through the DOJ (Dept. of Justice) while the HCA background check requires you to undergo both an FBI an DOJ background check.

[@mitmitization]

Thank you so much! Have you done the second video, I need to find a finger printing place? 🙏

[@augustacare]

This tutorial shows you how to find a fingerprinting location near you: www.augusta.care/blog/how-to-register-as-a-home-care-aide-in-california-part2

[@kkusuman]

Hi! I read around and it seems that you have to complete a program as a HCA for training and to rack up some hours? Which program is best for California? Are there any good online options? Some of the sites that i've been to seem to not be working and may be old.

[@augustacare]

Home care agencies in California generally gives the training as part of their onboarding. Completing the HCA registration is a huge step in giving them the confidence that you want to be in this industry, and will likely make sure you're trained. Hope this helps.

[@Dotz-mf1et]

Sooo helpful and very well done. Is there a pert 2 yet?

[@augustacare]

Not yet! We shot the video and we're finalizing it.

[@augustacare]

Hi part 2 is out now: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmHFq3iof7SYb7c

[@anthonyb.m5861]

Thank you so much very helpful

[@sandyd8525]

Ive already done a background check without the live scan and i have the results, can i still register?

[@augustacare]

Hey Sandy, you can still register as an HCA. As long as your background check & Live Scan results were under the FBI & DOJ + they are not expired, they should still be valid. Now, some places may make you retake them if your background check was not a complete FBI / DOJ check as that is required to be done for you to be an HCA registered caregiver.

[@lacalico4210]

Hi, this might be a dumb question, but do I have to complete an HCA training before registering?

[@augustacare]

No, you can register as an HCA before any training. Training is most commonly provided by your employer once you are working with a home care agency. If you are planning to work independent, then your training can be found online with online caregiver training courses.

[@cindysanders7997]

I'm already working for an agency, but they're not giving me enough work. Can I go ahead and register as an independent using the PIN provided on the website so I can apply for other agencies, or do I have to mention I'm currently working for an agency?

[@augustacare]

In short, you can "renew" your HCA application by using the independent caregiver PIN we mentioned in this video. However, the best practice is to be transparent with both your current employer (About needing more consistent hours) and your new potential employer (that you are working part-time elsewhere). You do not want to hide your experience working in home care from another agency (This shows you are experienced in home care), so its best to be transparent through and through. Now, prior to doing so, I suggest doing the following: - Talk to your current employer and explain your need for more hours. Be open to driving to farther clients, working different hours, or over the weekend. Most employers are willing to work with your constraints as long as you are able to do the same with their constraints of client requests. -If the top does not work: Start applying to other home care agencies and be transparent that you are working part-time elsewhere but are able to join full-time at their agency if they meet your working hour needs. Most home care agencies will be open to working with your outside commitments as long as it does not affect your work with their agency.

[@MarthaTorres-il1nc]

After done my aplicación and my fingerprints, can I work as caregiver independently ?? I asked this because I am working with agency and I so tired of them and I wanted to do by my self.

[@augustacare]

Yes you can work as an independent caregiver on your own. If you are tired of working with the agency you are with now, we recommend interviewing at other locations. There are a vast amount of home care agencies that are family owned/operated and would value the hard work and care you provide for the clients. Working as an independent caregiver comes with risk: You need to file your own taxes, ensure you and the senior you are caring for has proper insurance (This way, neither of you are at risk of being sued if something happens), continuing your professional training as the client care becomes more complex with age, and much more.

[@NigelTheWhiteChicken]

On renewal, after inputting all personal information, the result “not cleared”. What should I do? Please help 🙏

[@augustacare]

We suggest verifying that your personal information is the same as your original HCA registry application. Any changes in information such as a mailing address update or general personal information that was not notified 10 days in advance to the Home Care Aide Registry or updated through the Guardian can result in a forfeiture of your registration. (Here is the form to inform the HCA registry of any personal information updates: www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/FMUForms/E-H/HCS105.pdf?ver=2019-03-18-131042-770). I also suggest viewing this quick breakdown of what each registration status label means: www.ccld.dss.ca.gov/hcsregistry/PDFs/StatusDefinition.pdf Lastly, if you need direct assistance with the Department of Social Services HCA registry, I suggest checking out their site here & call them: www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care/home-care-services/home-care-aide-application-process

[@kittehcat36]

Hey im a cna should i get the in home aide training or do i not have too?

[@augustacare]

Hey, in short yes you would need to become HCA registered in the State of California to work as a caregiver in California. Regardless if you have CNA certifications/background, the State of California mandates you to be HCA registered if you want to work as a caregiver in CA. Now the benefit of being both is it allows you to have more flexibility with your schedule and pay when applying to local home care agencies, living facilities, hospitals, etc. as you are now able to do both CNA an HCA tasks.

[@seinibiaukulal]

Can u register without having an SSN?

[@augustacare]

Unfortunately no. You have to have a valid working visa (and therefore have a SSN) to work as a caregiver in the US.

[@dnlobld04]

Hi, Your video is super helpful! I just have a question -- I've been asked for a 10-digit-number that is found on the certificate - what do they mean for that? It isn't the certificate #, could it be my registry # or application #?

[@augustacare]

Thank you for your kind words. :) I am happy this was helpful. If a home care agency or employer is asking for your HCA # then they are referring to your HCA PER ID #. We have a part 2 to this video showing you how to find this number, take a look at the video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmHFq3iof7SYb7csi=EdIkneOpGAC0oDX3&t=350 (I made sure to timestamp the video for you to easily find your PER ID #). Simply view your HCA registration approval letter to view your HCA PER ID. If you have not yet completed getting a live scan done, then I suggest checking out the linked video above and starting it from the beginning. That tutorial walks you through how to get a live scan done. :)

[@dnlobld04]

@@augustacare you are awesome! Thank you so much!

[@vgreen1106]

Hi friend quick question im already a DSP worker for Special needs individuals and i already did my livescan. Once i entered my info it said i was cleared immediately due to me already being finger printed and working in the field. Does that sound about right?

[@augustacare]

Yes, that does sound correct. As long as your previous live scans/background checks were submitted to the FBI & DOJ & have not expired, you are already cleared to go. You should have been sent a PER ID number with your HCA clearance. You can learn more as to how to find the HCA per ID here: www.augusta.care/blog/how-to-register-as-a-home-care-aide-in-california-part2

[@vgreen1106]

@@augustacare thank you so much friend you have been extremely helpful!

[@tauroguerrera11]

Do I have to have a high school diploma or ged to get a job as a caregiver? Thank you

[@augustacare]

That depends on the home care agencies requirements. Some agencies do require a High school diploma or GED equivalent. Although, most agencies are focused on you being HCA registered with the state of California & you being open to taking their training to ensure you are able to service seniors.

[@Created706]

Great information 👍

[@bruhvro3782]

This was incredibly helpful! TYSM!!!!!

[@augustacare]

Glad it helped!

[@beckyade9331]

@@augustacare I don’t have a driver’s license can I use Califonia ID card?

[@augustacare]

@@beckyade9331 I believe so.

[@JoseRuiz-tz8lf]

I’ve messed up I try to go back and click on the withdraw aplicación and now I’m stock

[@augustacare]

Depending on the part of the application you made a mistake on, the resolution process will vary. If you made a mistake on your Personal Information: You can update this information on your CDSS Guardian account under the tab. This would be applicable for the following: Change of Address, email address, phone number, & opting in/out of electronic notifications. If you made a mistake on your background check information: You can call [phone] which is the CDSS Guardian support line to inform them of the error that needs to be resolved. If all else fails, you can email Guardian support here: [e-mail]

[@lookup7055]

I accidentally closed my application, not sure how? Now it’s hard to get a hold of anyone to reopen it.

[@augustacare]

If you have attempted to enter a username/password that is incorrect too many times, your account will be locked and you will need to contact [e-mail] to get your account unlocked. If that was not the case, I suggest logging back into your Guardian account -> Scroll to the bottom of the home page -> Click . You then will be prompted to submit a brand new application for a HCA / Caregiver. Note: You will be prompted to pay another $35 for the registration for this new application. If you have already paid and are not wanting to do that again, I suggest emailing the email above and asking for assistance. They usually take up to 5 days to reply.

[@sadiksharimal8847]

I am confused after 6:04 what next about finger print where should i go?

[@augustacare]

Hey Sadiksha, you are going to need to find a local fingerprinting location near you. You can use this site here -> oag.ca.gov/fingerprints/locations and search based off of your zip code. After finding a location close to your home, give the location a call and ask about the pricing (You will be needing a FBI & DOJ background check) and if you need to make an appointment before walking in. Make sure you print out 2 copies of your LiveScan form and bring it to the fingerprinting facility, this way you can have 1 for your records and the other sent to the background check agency. We will be posting our Fingerprinting video very soon! :)

[@JoseRuiz-tz8lf]

Is the generic agency PIN number works for everyone or it’s different for candidates?

[@augustacare]

It works for all candidates. It's the default which means you're applying independently.

[@JoseRuiz-tz8lf]

I’m following your video step by step

[@JenGeraldo]

Hey, is there a way I pay for registering in cash? Thanks

[@augustacare]

No, there is no way you can pay by cash. The HCA Guardian registry does allow payment by check or money order. Although, you then would need to submit your HCA registry application through the mail (Note: This prolongs your application process by a week +) You can see how to do this here: www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/FMUForms/E-H/HCS100.pdf?ver=2019-07-02-161552-160 If you want to keep your application online, then you would need to pay through a credit card.

[@ezraana1]

How long does this prosess take to get a respond or to get liecenced

[@augustacare]

It depends whether the state finds something in your background check. If it does not find anything, then it can take a few weeks. If it does find something in the background check, then the state goes through a process of analyzing the case and deciding whether to forgive or not. If you think they may find something, we highly recommend to be as truthful as possible in the application and list everything that may come up. If you do that, this will accelerate this process.

[@robertahosey9765]

Thank you for this. Do we have to be a CNA to apply for HCA caregiver? Thanks

[@augustacare]

Nope. Anybody can do it and it makes you more interesting as a candidate, meaning that you're way more likely to be hired quickly if you have it.

[@robertahosey9765]

@@augustacare thank you. I got confused because there’s an HCA and HHA (home health aide). I think HHA we have to be certified CNA to apply for that.

[@augustacare]

@@robertahosey9765 Great question: in some states, HHA is just a different certification. In a lot of cases, all you need to take extra courses and pass a test.

[@robertahosey9765]

@@augustacare thank you for responding. I will go ahead and do the process next week❤️

[@robertahosey9765]

@@augustacareI do have one more question. Is it redundant to get HCA and also live scan? Live scans cost like twice as much do you have to do the live scan at the same time for the HCA to be valid?

[@annamariewhybrew8784]

Hi is there a way to edit name cause i cant edit it

[@augustacare]

Check out the Guardian FAQ page here: www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/community-care-licensing/caregiver-background-check/guardian-faqs it goes over how you can change information in your account. :)

[@ka_lhoi]

Part 2 please

[@augustacare]

It's coming soon!