Companion Caregivers

Seniors Helping Seniors® of Jacksonville, FL; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Seniors Helping Seniors® of Jacksonville, FL is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide in-home, non-medical support in the Jacksonville area. Roles are part-time or full-time and hybrid, with visits to clients' homes for light housekeeping, meal prep, errands, and transportation.

You will offer conversation, recreational activities, and emotional support while following care plans and reporting updates to the office.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide compassionate companionship, including active listening and engagement.
• Skills in assisting with daily living tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and errands.
• Strong reliability, time management, and attention to detail for following care plans and documenting visits.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients in their homes to provide light household tasks and meal preparation.
• Run errands and provide transportation to appointments.
• Provide conversation, recreational activities, and emotional support to clients.

Skills

Companionship

Active listening

Daily living tasks

Time management

Clear communication

Drive and mobility

Independent work

Past caregiving/volunteering

Background checks/training

Job description

Company Description

Seniors Helping Seniors® of Jacksonville, FL provides in-home care services that brighten the lives of older adults through practical support and friendly companionship.

Caregivers are often seniors themselves, offering relatable, compassionate assistance in the comfort of each client’s home. Services focus on helping clients maintain independence by supporting daily activities that may become more difficult with age. As health and personal needs change, the organization tailors care to each individual, offering flexible support that enhances safety, dignity, and quality of life.

Role Description

Companion Caregivers provide non-medical, in-home support and social interaction for senior clients in the Jacksonville, FL area. This part-time or full-time hybrid role involves visiting clients in their homes to assist with light household tasks, meal preparation, errands, and transportation to appointments, while also offering conversation, recreational activities, and emotional support. Some administrative tasks, scheduling, and documentation may be completed from home. Caregivers are expected to follow care plans, observe changes in clients’ wellbeing, and communicate updates to the office. The role requires reliability, respect for client privacy, and a commitment to promoting independence and comfort.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide compassionate companionship, including active listening, conversation, and engagement in social or recreational activities.
• Skills in assisting with daily living tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and running errands in a safe and organized manner.
• Strong reliability, time management, and attention to detail for following care plans, documenting visits, and maintaining schedules.
• Clear and respectful communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and office staff, including basic written documentation.
• Comfort working with older adults, including patience, empathy, and understanding of age-related changes and needs.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel within the Jacksonville, FL area.
• Ability to work independently in clients’ homes and handle situations calmly, including basic problem-solving and safety awareness.
• Prior caregiving, volunteer, or customer service experience is beneficial; experience with senior populations is a plus.
• Willingness to complete background checks, any required training, and adhere to company policies and confidentiality standards.