What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver position at Home Instead?
At Home Instead, our mission is simple: to enhance the lives of aging adults and their families.As a Care Professional, you’ll provide companionship and help seniors manage everyday life in the comfort of their own home.
Your support allows clients to remain independent, safe, and connected—while bringing dignity and joy to their daily routines.
This role often feels less like a job and more like sharing the things you already enjoy—cooking meals together, keeping a home comfortable, and offering companionship along the way.
It’s deeply mission-driven, centered on building relationships while helping others maintain dignity, independence, and quality of life.
What You’ll Do
Benefits
Employment is contingent upon completion of a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and pre-employment screening, in accordance with applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Home Instead is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process are encouraged to contact the office.
Your support allows clients to remain independent, safe, and connected—while bringing dignity and joy to their daily routines.
This role often feels less like a job and more like sharing the things you already enjoy—cooking meals together, keeping a home comfortable, and offering companionship along the way.
It’s deeply mission-driven, centered on building relationships while helping others maintain dignity, independence, and quality of life.
What You’ll Do
- Provide companionship and meaningful conversation
- Assist with everyday tasks like meal preparation, light housekeeping, and home organization
- Support personal care (bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Help clients stay on track with routines, appointments, and daily needs
- Offer encouragement and engagement, especially for memory care clients
- 24/7 support from a dedicated office team
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Access to benefits
- A mission-driven culture focused on compassion and respect
- The opportunity to build meaningful relationships and make a real difference
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits available for eligible employees
- Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning on day one
- Paid training and professional development
- Referral bonus programs
- Safety equipment provided
- Assist clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
- Support a safe, comfortable, and positive home environment
- Prepare meals and assist with light meal planning
- Perform light housekeeping tasks
- Provide companionship and encourage social engagement
- Offer medication reminders in accordance with care plans
- Use mobility equipment safely when trained
- Observe and report changes in client condition
- Maintain accurate documentation and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
- Experience in caregiving, customer service, education, or human services is helpful but not required (paid training provided)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide physical assistance when needed (e.g., transfers, mobility support)
- Dependable, compassionate, and attentive to others’ needs
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation with current auto insurance
Employment is contingent upon completion of a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and pre-employment screening, in accordance with applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Home Instead is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process are encouraged to contact the office.