Caregiver / Home Care Aide

Home Instead; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits

Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k matching

Mileage reimbursement

Paid training

Sick leave

Referral bonus

Job summary

Home Instead in Southwest Florida is hiring caregivers to provide compassionate home care with weekly pay and competitive hourly rates. Earn between $16 and $18 per hour, with premium pay for HHA/CNA certifications after eight weeks.

Benefits and a supportive team are available to help you succeed. We offer paid training, sick leave accrual, holidays at 1.5x rate, and a user-friendly mobile app for scheduling and earnings tracking.

Qualifications

• Prior caregiving experience (paid or family) required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Available to work at least two weekly shifts with the same client.
• Basic English reading/writing; bilinguals encouraged.
• CPR certification (Red Cross) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and compassionate caregiving for clients.
• Assist with meal prep and light housekeeping.
• Assist with personal care including grooming, bathing, incontinence management.

Skills

Caregiving

Driver's license

English (basic)

Job description

In Home Caregiver – Up to $18.00/hr | Weekly Pay | Benefits Available

Earn steady income doing meaningful work as a Caregiver with Home Instead of Southwest Florida. We offer competitive pay, consistent hours, and a team that supports your success. Urgently hiring HHA/CNA certified caregivers – receive premium pay!

What you’ll get as a caregiver

• $16.00-$17.00/hr - weekly pay & direct deposit
• $17.00-$18.00/hr for HHA/CNA drivers after your first 8 weeks*
• $700 for referring a 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

Get paid weekly for work that makes a difference.

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

• Must have some prior caregiving experience, either paid professional or family
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• 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 including CPR certification (must be Red Cross approved from an in-person course)

*To be considered for a wage increase after 8 weeks, you must meet Honor's requirements as a driver (valid U.S. drivers' license, insurance, and clean driving record), have proof of previously passed the Florida Home Health Aide Competency Exam or have an active HHA, RN, CNA or LNA license, work at least 20 visits in your first 8 weeks of employment, and remain in good standing with Honor.

Applicant notice: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/