Urgent Hiring: Helpers for In-Home Support - Elkton, VA, 22827

Herewith; Elkton (VA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Herewith is seeking a kind and dependable helper in Elkton, VA to support an 89-year-old male who is mobile but experiencing progressive vision loss. The role includes ADL assistance, transportation, meal prep, light housekeeping, tech help, and companionship.

6 hours per week across two flexible shifts, ASAP start, must have a reliable vehicle. Ideal candidates are patient, attentive, friendly, and able to promote client independence while navigating vision limitations.

Qualifications

• Assist with ADLs and daily routines.
• Provide transportation to appointments and errands.
• Help with meal preparation.
• Support with laundry and light housekeeping.
• Assist with basic technology use (phone, computer navigation).
• Offer companionship and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs and daily routines
• Provide transportation to appointments and errands
• Help with meal preparation
• Support with laundry and light housekeeping
• Assist with basic technology use (phone, computer navigation)
• Offer companionship and engagement

Skills

Reliable vehicle

Patient

Attentive

Tech-friendly

Job description

Location

Elkton, VA, 22827

Start Date

ASAP

Helper Rate

$16.66 per hour

We are seeking a kind and dependable helper to support an 89-year-old male who is physically mobile and cognitively intact but experiencing progressive vision loss. He would benefit from assistance with daily tasks and transportation, as he is currently unable to drive.

Care Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs and daily routines
• Provide transportation to appointments and errands
• Help with meal preparation
• Support with laundry and light housekeeping
• Assist with basic technology use (phone, computer navigation)
• Offer companionship and engagement

Schedule

• 2 days per week
• 3 hours per shift (6 hours total weekly)
• Days/times flexible

Ideal Candidate

• Must have a reliable vehicle
• Patient and attentive, especially with vision limitations
• Comfortable assisting with light tech-related tasks
• Friendly and engaging personality

This role is ideal for a helper who enjoys providing support that promotes independence, especially for clients adapting to vision challenges.

Hiring info

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• Free background checks for all applicants
• A professional helper profile to apply for jobs easily
• Real-time job notifications for opportunities in your area
• Convenient mobile app (Helper: Jobs on Herewith) to manage your clients, hours, and payments

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Learn more about Herewith at https://herewith.com/helpers.