Part-Time Caregiver for Seniors

Senior Helpers Portland West; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Flexible work hours

Training bonus

New client referral bonus

Caregiver of the Month award

Professional development and training

Advancement opportunities

Perks and discounts

Job summary

Senior Helpers Portland West is hiring part-time caregivers to support seniors in central and south Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, and surrounding areas. You’ll follow care plans, assist with daily living, light housekeeping, and provide companionship in clients’ homes.

We offer competitive pay, PTO, benefits, training, and continuous support from our local team. A valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle are required; prior caregiving experience is preferred but not essential as

Qualifications

• Must be dependable, caring, patient and empathetic.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• At least 18 years old; willingness to drive clients for errands.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) per care plan.
• Light housekeeping and meal prep to maintain a safe home.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in activities.
• Transport clients to appointments and errands.
• Monitor health and communicate with family.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Dependable

Driver’s license

Job description

Are you looking for a great work-life balance, a flexible schedule, competitive pay, paid time off (PTO), and a positive work environment? Do you want to help someone stay healthy, happy, and safe in their community?

Senior Helpers Portland West, a family-owned and operated company, wants to meet you!

We are currently hiring part-time caregivers to support seniors in central and south Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Milwaukie, Oregon City, Tigard, Wilsonville, Sherwood, and surrounding areas.

Our caregivers are the heart of our business. We offer training, professional development opportunities, and performance bonuses. You will receive high-quality 24/7 support from our office, including a special program for new employees.

What You'll Do Each Day:

• Activities of Daily Living: Following a care plan, you'll help seniors with everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, safe mobility, and staying active.
• Light Housekeeping and Meal Prep: Maintain a clean and comfortable home environment, and prepare nutritious meals.
• Companionship: Engage in meaningful conversations and activities and provide a friendly presence.
• Errands: Transport clients to appointments, stores, social events, and more.
• Support: Foster their independence, monitor their health, and keep family members informed.

Who You Are:

• Dependable, caring, patient, empathetic, and genuinely interested in working with seniors.
• Strong communicator who can build trust with clients and their families.
• Willingness and ability to perform personal care as needed.
• Physical capability to assist clients with mobility, as needed.
• At least 18 years old.
• Willingness and ability to drive clients on errands, as needed (you must have a personal vehicle, a valid driver's license and up-to-date auto insurance).
• Previous professional or personal caregiving experience is preferred; however, we provide comprehensive training to the right candidates.

Benefits For You:

• Competitive Pay: $18.50-$20 per hour
• Paid Time Off (up to 80 hours)
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Flexible Work Hours
• Training Bonus
• New Client Referral Bonus
• Caregiver of the Month Award Eligibility
• Professional Development and Training
• Advancement Opportunities (most members of our leadership team started as caregivers)
• Perks and Discounts

About Senior Helpers:

Since 2002, Senior Helpers has been a national leader in professional, in-home senior assistance services. With a vision to help seniors remain in their homes despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges, we have now cared for over 100,000 seniors. We have rapidly built a reputation for providing the best in dependable, consistent, and affordable non-medical senior care services. We are proud to lead the industry in programs like Senior Gems, which certifies our caregivers in Alzheimer's and Dementia care, and our first-in-the-industry Parkinson's Care Program, delivering specialized training to our caregivers who care for seniors with Parkinson's.