Caregiver – Southern Maryland

Senior Helpers Southern Maryland; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + overtime

Mileage reimbursement

Paid training & ongoing development

Referral & performance bonuses

Maryland Saves Retirement Program

LifeMart Discount Program

Supportive local office team

Job summary

Senior Helpers Southern Maryland is seeking dependable caregivers to support clients across Southern Maryland, including Parkinson’s-focused assignments. The role emphasizes one-on-one home care with training, support, and local office backing to help you deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

Responsibilities include ADLs, mobility assistance, meals, medication reminders, and monitoring client well-being, with a flexible schedule and opportunities to grow within a trusted local team.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of caregiving experience.
• Reliable, compassionate, patient and professional demeanor.
• Ability to provide one-on-one care in a client’s home.
• Experience with mobility assistance, transfers and personal care.
• Strong communication with clients and office team.
• Experience caring for clients with Parkinson’s disease is highly valued for select assignments.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide personal care and companionship.
• Assist with mobility, transfers and fall prevention.
• Prepare meals and provide medication reminders.
• Perform light housekeeping related to client care.
• Support clients in maintaining independence and daily routines.
• Observe and communicate changes in client condition.
• Follow individualized care plans and provide dependable, compassionate care.

Job description

Caregiver - Southern Maryland

Ready for a caregiving opportunity where your experience is valued?

Senior Helpers Southern Maryland is currently seeking dependable and compassionate caregivers to support clients throughout Southern Maryland. We have immediate opportunities for experienced caregivers who take pride in providing reliable, high-quality, one-on-one care.

We are especially interested in hearing from caregivers with experience supporting clients with Parkinson’s disease, as we currently have assignments where this background is highly valued. General caregiving experience is also welcome, as we continue to hire for a variety of client needs throughout our service area.

At Senior Helpers, our caregivers are at the heart of everything we do. We provide the training, communication, and local support you need to feel confident in your role and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the clients you serve.

What You’ll Do

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Provide personal care and companionship
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and fall prevention
• Prepare meals and provide medication reminders
• Perform light housekeeping related to client care
• Support clients in maintaining their independence and daily routines
• Observe and communicate changes in client condition
• Follow individualized care plans and provide dependable, compassionate care

We're Looking for Caregivers Who

• Have at least 1 year of caregiving experience
• Are reliable, compassionate, patient, and professional
• Are comfortable providing one-on-one care in a client's home
• Have experience with mobility assistance, transfers, and personal care
• Can consistently arrive for scheduled assignments and communicate effectively with clients and our office team
• Have experience caring for clients with Parkinson's disease - highly preferred for select assignments

The Logistics

• Pay Rate: $16.00-$19.00/hour (based on experience)
• Training Pay: $15.00/hour
• Schedule: Flexible - Day, Evening, Weekend, Overnight, PRN/Fill-In
• Hours: Typically 12-40 hours per week
• Weekend and holiday availability preferred
• Service Area: Prince Frederick, Waldorf, La Plata, Clinton, Ft. Washington, Brandywine, Accokeek, Oxon Hill, Temple Hills, Suitland, District Heights, White Plains & surrounding areas

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay + overtime opportunities
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training & ongoing development
• Referral & performance bonuses
• Maryland Saves Retirement Program
• LifeMart Discount Program
• Supportive, responsive local office team

Requirements

• At least 1 year of caregiving experience
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation
• Negative TB test
• Agree and Reply to Text "Helper"
• Authorization to work in the U.S.

At Senior Helpers Southern Maryland, we are proud to be a Great Place to Work® Certified company for 7 consecutive years. More importantly, we're a team that values and supports the caregivers who make a difference every day.