Caregiver / Home Care Aide

Honor; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Referral program

Sick leave & paid training

Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401k matching

Mileage reimbursement

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Home Instead is seeking a caring and reliable Caregiver to support seniors at home in Durham, NC. You’ll use our tools and training to focus on compassionate companionship, daily living assistance, and maintaining client dignity.

Benefits include weekly pay, paid training, and access to our caregiver app for scheduling and earnings. A CNA/HHA/LPN/RN or at least 6 months of paid caregiving experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months paid caregiving experience or CNA/HHA/LVN/LPN/RN certification.
• Reliable transportation to visit clients.
• Minimum two professional references.
• Available to work at least two weekly shifts with same client.
• Basic English reading/writing; bilinguals encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and compassionate care.
• Assist with meal prep and light housekeeping.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.

Skills

Companionship

Light housekeeping

Meal preparation

Personal care

Basic English

Education

CNA/HHA/LVN/LPN/RN

Tools

Mobile app

Job description

Caregiver – Get the Support You Deserve with Home Instead

As a Caregiver with Home Instead, you’ll have a dedicated team behind you every step of the way. Our tools and training help you focus on what matters most—caring for seniors.

• 24/7 support from our experienced office team
• Industry-leading caregiver technology and scheduling tools
• Weekly pay and benefits for eligible employees
• Opportunities to learn and grow in your role

Join a company that supports you while you support others.

What you’ll get as a caregiver

• $15.00-$16.50/hr - weekly pay & direct deposit
• $700 caregiver referral program
• Sick leave accrual opportunities and paid training
• Paid holidays at 1.5x your rate
• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, based on eligibility
• 401k matching, based on eligibility
• Mileage reimbursement (in-visit travel and between same-day visits)
• Opportunity for continuous learning

What you’ll do as a caregiver

• Foster relationships with clients through companionship and compassionate caregiving.
• Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties.
• Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence.

We’ve got you covered

• Fast job placement for qualified candidates.
• Dedicated support from our passionate team, available 24/7.
• Leverage our industry-leading mobile app for real-time updates on client needs, schedule management, and earnings tracking.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of paid professional caregiving experience (non-family) OR be a CNA, HHA, LVN/LPN, or RN
• Have reliable transportation to and from clients (drivers preferred but not required)
• Minimum of two professional references
• Willing and able to work at least two weekly shifts with the same client(s) to provide consistent care and build strong relationships
• Have basic English speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Bilingual or multilingual individuals are encouraged to apply)
• Complete any necessary compliance, license, or registration requirements