Caregiver - Comox Valley

Home Instead; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading caregiving team at Home Instead, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults. As a Caregiver, you will support clients through personal care, companionship, and daily living tasks, while benefiting from flexible scheduling and comprehensive training. Your ability to provide compassionate care will make a significant difference in the lives of those in your community.

Qualifications

• Must remain attentive and engaged throughout assigned shifts.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Clear criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Providing conversation and social interaction to clients.
• Assisting with hygiene, grooming, toileting, and dressing with dignity.
• Supporting clients with dementia and memory loss.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Education

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Valid OFA First Aid Level 1

Food Safe Level 1

WHMIS certification

Job description

Now Hiring: Caregivers

Location: In-Person, Local Community

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Compensation: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Shifts Available: Daytime, Evening, Overnight, and Weekends

Join a Team That Leads with Heart

Home Instead is currently seeking Caregivers who are passionate about supporting older adults in maintaining their dignity, independence, and quality of life at home. Whether you’re beginning a new chapter in caregiving or building on years of experience, you’ll find purpose and growth with us.

A Career with Purpose

At Home Instead, caregiving isn’t just what you do — it’s who you are. You bring compassion, patience, and presence to someone’s most vulnerable moments.

You’ll be part of a professional, heart-led team that supports you through expert training, nurse-led clinical guidance, and a workplace culture that sees your value — not just your tasks. We don’t just care for clients. We care for you.

Whether you're assisting with morning routines, chronic condition management, or simply sharing stories over tea, your presence can change lives. That is the kind of care we believe in.

Key Responsibilities

Care responsibilities will vary based on client needs and your experience. These may include:

Connection and Companionship

• Providing conversation and social interaction
• Reducing isolation and promoting emotional well-being
  
  

Daily Living Support

• Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
• Providing medication reminders and routine assistance
• Escorting clients to errands or medical appointments
  
  

Memory Care and Cognitive Support

• Supporting clients with dementia and memory loss
• Encouraging familiarity, consistency, and emotional comfort
  
  

Personal Care with Dignity

• Assisting with hygiene, grooming, toileting, and dressing
• Always delivered with professionalism and respect
  
  

Complex and Specialized Care

• Assisting with mobility and safe transfers
• Supporting clients with spinal cord injuries, chronic illness, or palliative needs
• Following individualized care plans with direction from our clinical team
  
  

Fostering a Safe and Uplifting Environment

• Being a consistent, calming presence
• Promoting client safety, independence, and reassurance
  
  

Qualifications

• Must remain attentive and engaged throughout assigned shifts
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Clear criminal background check
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with access to a reliable, insured vehicle
• Valid OFA First Aid Level 1, Food Safe Level 1, and WHMIS certification an asset
  
  

You’re Never Alone

At Home Instead, no matter how complex the care, you're never alone — with ongoing training, nurse-led clinical guidance, and a supportive team that values your skills, your heart, and your well-being

We are committed to supporting you through comprehensive training, on-call nurse support, and a team-based workplace that values your well-being as much as your work.

Schedule

We provide essential care 24/7, so you’ll benefit from a flexible schedule with the option to work weekdays, weekends, days, or evenings—whatever suits your life best

Apply Now

Make a difference in someone's life. Visit our Careers Page to learn more and apply.

Home Instead is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

To us, it’s personal.