Rapid Response Caregiver! Flexible Shifts (8:00 AM – 10:00PM)

Home Instead - Portland; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Instead is seeking dedicated Rapid Response Caregivers in Portland to provide essential support to seniors at home. This flexible role requires the ability to step in as needed, ensuring clients receive personalized care. Join a compassionate team with opportunities for growth and competitive pay.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Same day pay with Tapcheck

Health, dental, vision benefits

PTO and 401(k)

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Prior caregiving experience preferred.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist seniors with personal care tasks such as bathing and medication reminders.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Perform light housekeeping and errand tasks.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Clear communication in English

Job description

Do you have a heart for caregiving and the experience to back it up? Home Instead is seeking dependable and compassionate Rapid Response Caregivers to join our flexible care team, helping seniors live safely and comfortably at home. As part of our caregiver pool, you’ll step in to cover shifts when regular caregivers are out sick or on vacation. You’ll be contacted only when there’s a need—no waiting around. If you’re available, great! If not, we simply move on to the next team member. It’s a no-pressure way to make a meaningful impact on your schedule. We ask for a commitment of at least 4 shifts per month, though there’s plenty of work available if you’re looking for more.

Key Responsibilities:
As an On-Call Caregiver, you will be expected to perform all duties listed in our standard Caregiver role, including:

• Personal Care: Assistance with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, medication reminders, and meal prep.
• Companionship: Offering emotional support and companionship.
• Home Helper Tasks: Light housekeeping, laundry, and errands.
• Specialty Care: Dementia care, hospice support, medication assistance, and behavior management.
• Overnight Care: As needed, provide awake and alert supervision.

On-Call Specific Requirements:

• Must be available to complete 3 full days of paid orientation and training.
• Must be available between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
• Must commit to at least 4 on-call shifts per month (30-day period).
• Must be ready and willing to perform all the services offered by our Care Professionals.
• Ability to work with all clients.
• Must have prior care-giving experience (professional or significant personal care-giving experience preferred).

Qualifications:

• Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds and manage physical caregiving tasks.
• Clear communication skills in English.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

Flexible shifts– part-time, full-time, day, evening, and weekend

• Growth opportunities– training, career advancement & mentorship
• Competitive pay:$18–$21/hr (base + shift differentials + bonuses)
• Same day paywith Tapcheck
• Benefits:Health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), tuition discounts
• Supportive team:24/7 access to on-call support
• Referral bonus program

Equal Opportunity Statement

Home Instead Senior Care provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Home Instead complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where the company conducts business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Join a team where your dedication and flexibility make a real difference in the lives of others. Apply now to become a Rapid Response Caregiver with Home Instead.