Caregiver / Home Care Aide

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

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 support

Scheduling tools

Weekly pay & benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Home Instead is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support seniors with a dedicated office team behind you. You’ll have access to tools and training to focus on what matters most—caring for clients, with weekly pay and benefits for eligible employees.

As a caregiver, you will build relationships, assist with meals and daily activities, and use our mobile app for scheduling, updates, and earnings tracking. The role offers learning opportunities and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months paid professional caregiving experience (non-family) or be a CNA, HHA, LVN/LPN, or RN.
• 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).
• Have basic English speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Bilingual or multilingual encouraged).
• Complete any necessary compliance, license, or registration requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Time management

Education

CNA/HHA/LVN/LPN/RN certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

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