Home Care supporting Bright Horizons Backup Care Program

Golden Care; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Care seeks a Caregiver for Back-up Care to support families with short-term caregiving for children and adults. You will step into safe, nurturing environments to ensure kids and seniors are happy, secure, and engaged while parents manage work duties.

The role offers flexible hours, onboarding training, CPR/First Aid certification support, and opportunities for ongoing assignments within a community-focused program.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED; Early Childhood coursework is a plus.
• Experience caring for children or adults in home, center, or school.
• Able to complete a background check (Livescan/Checkr) and CPR/First Aid certification.
• Friendly, reliable and flexible in diverse environments.
• Register with California DSS as required and pass TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate care, supervision, and activities for children and adults.
• Follow routines and care plans to ensure safety and comfort.
• Maintain open communication with families and the Bright Horizons team.
• Support daily routines including meals, rest, play, and learning activities.
• Keep a clean, organized environment.

Skills

Flexible

Friendly

Reliable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Background check (Livescan/Checkr)

Job description

Rapidly Growing HomeCare Program
Location: Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Alameda and San Mateo Counties
Schedule:On-call / Flexible hours (Monday-Friday, occasional weekends)
Pay: $21-24per hour
About the Role

Do you love working with children and/or adults and want a flexible job that fits your schedule? Join Golden Care's HomeCare Backup Care Program, providing trusted, short-term care for families when their regular arrangements fall through.

As a Caregiver for Back-up Care, you’ll step in to care for children and/or adults ranging from infants to seniors in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. You’ll support working families by ensuring their little ones are happy, secure, and having fun while parents handle their workday stress-free.

What You’ll Do

• Provide age-appropriate care, supervision, and recreational activities for children and senior care.

• Follow established routines and care plans to ensure safety and comfort.

• Maintain open, positive communication with parents/families and the Bright Horizons team.

• Support daily routines, including meals, rest, creative play, and learning activities for children.

• Ensure a clean, organized, environment.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Flexible Schedule:Choose the shifts and days that fit your life.

• Great Experience: Perfect for students, early childhood educators, nursing students or those re-entering the workforce.

• Training & Support:Paid onboarding, CPR/First Aid training, and continuous learning opportunities.

• Community Impact:Make a difference for families who rely on dependable care during unexpected gaps.

• Competitive Pay:Earn competitive hourly wages with opportunities for ongoing assignments.

• YOU ARE CARING and COMPASSIONATE

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must obtain HCA You can go here to register: https://guardian.dss.ca.gov/applicant The PIN Number is E4SDTU. Register yourself with the California Department of Social Services ($35), background check ($70) and negative TB test)

• High school diploma or GED required; coursework in Early Childhood Education a plus.

• Experience caring for children or adults in a home, center, or school setting (minimum 6 months preferred).

• Ability to complete abackground check (you will complete a livescan and background through Checkr),CPR/First Aid certification, and required online training.

• Friendly, reliable, and flexible - ready to adapt to different home or center environments.

Note all training and sign on bonuses are contingent upon completion of 9 shifts in good standing. By applying for this role, you acknowledge you have read and understood this.
We are an equal opportunity employer.