include providing caring companionship, assistance with personal care such as bathing and dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping duties for elderly clients. The role also involves transportation, mobility support, and household management tasks as required by the client's Plan of Care.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old, able to read, write, and speak English, and possess a valid US driver’s license with reliable transportation and insurance to travel to client sites. Prior experience is a plus but not required, and applicants must pass a criminal background check.
Are you someone that others recognize for your caring ways?
Have you been looking for fulfilling work that can change lives for the better?
Then come join Senior Helpers in our mission to ensure a better quality of life for our elderly clients and their families!
We offer flexible work schedules to fit your lifestyle, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
This is a rewarding part-time opportunity that can meet your desired schedule - and you do not need to be licensed or certified!
We are urgently hiring a compassionate and dedicated caregiver to join our team in the Wilmington area! We have immediate openings for daytime and evening shifts, including both weekdays and weekends. You can start right away, with flexible shifts available to suit your schedule. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in someone's life, apply today and join us in providing exceptional care to those in need.
Qualifications
Ability to read, write, and speak English, and interpret the provided Plan of Care Document
Ability to travel to and from client locations is required
Valid US-issued driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current car insurance
Pass a criminal background check before employment with Senior Helpers
Prior experience, a plus, but not required
Must be able to be reached via phone or email for shift schedules, client updates, and/or emergencies
Must be at least 18 years old
What We Offer
Earn more for premium hours! Weekday nights come with +$1/hr (6 pm to 6 am), weekend days +$1.50/hr (6 am to 6 pm), and weekend nights +$2/hr (6 pm to 6 am), a great way to boost your paycheck.
Flexible Schedules: Work when it’s convenient for you.
Competitive Pay: Up to $16 per hour, based on experience.
Recognition Program: We value our employees! Earn rewards and recognition for your hard work.
Paid Trainings: Receive training at no cost to you – enhance your skills and grow with us.
Responsibilities
Caring companionship & conversation
Benefits
Flexible Schedules
Recognition Program
Paid Trainings
Transportation (errands, appointments, etc.)
Apparel selection (i.e., laying out clothes)
Meal assistance - planning and preparation
Medication reminders
Mobility support (standby assist, transfer, Hoyer lift)
Light Housekeeping
Personal Care (bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, etc.)
Household management, including laundry and linen changing
Helping family members learn safe care techniques
Other care-related duties, as required
Senior Helpers is the nation's premier provider of in-home senior services ranging from specialized care for those with diseases, such as dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, to personal and companion care to help individuals looking for a little assistance with daily activities. Founded in 2002 with a vision to help seniors age with dignity despite age-related illnesses and mobility challenges, Senior Helpers has hundreds of franchised and owned businesses that have cared for tens of thousands of seniors. Senior Helpers' culture is based on strong core values, recognition of achievements, and respect.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
