Caregiver

It’s easy to go to work when you’re making someone’s day as an In Home Caregiver and home health aide. Every day. As a Senior Helpers of Portage/Geauga In Home Caregiver, you make a lasting impact that betters the lives of our clients AND their families. Senior Helpers of Portage/Geauga caregivers provide one-on-one personal care to help our clients remain safe and independent in their home. We fit your area of expertise to the seniors you’ll care for.

If you are a caring and compassionate individual who enjoys caring for and helping others, takes pride in making a difference in others’ lives, and is interested in professional growth within a company, our In Home Caregiver and in home health aide position is for you!

What does a day in the life of an In Home Caregiver look like? Providing a helping hand.

• Have fun and engaging conversations with your clients to build relationships
• Participate in your clients’ favorite hobbies (scrapbooking, gardening, games, etc.)
• Prep meals for your clients to enjoy
• Assist your clients with walking, dressing, and other daily activities of living
• Report what activities were completed with your clients and provide updates on your clients’ physical condition, mental capacity, and behavior

Why be a Senior Helpers of Portage/Geauga In Home Caregiver and home health aide? We truly care about our staff.

• Great Place to Work® Certified 2024
• Weekly Pay/Daily/Pay On Demand Options
• Professional Growth Opportunities—we provide training opportunities to our caregivers to grow their skills as a caregiver and as a professional.
• Work/Life Balance—we understand the need for a healthy balance of your professional and personal life.
• Team Support—we believe that a strong team that gives support is the best way to succeed long term.
• Flexible Schedule—we understand that you may need flexibility to align with your lifestyle and schedule, so we work with our caregivers to fit their schedule to their availability.
• Make a Difference—when you are a Senior Helpers Caregiver, you will be the direct contact for our clients, giving you the opportunity to make their days brighter and help give our clients’ their independence. This not only helps our clients, but their families will appreciate all that you do too!

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED/equivalent
• Pass Background Check
• Valid Drivers License
• Current Auto Insurance
• Preferred - Experience in-home, assisted living, or facility caregiving
• You are passionate about helping others
• You enjoy customer service and communicating with clients
• You want to help your community and make a difference in someone’s life

Job Duties:

• Personal Care
• Medication Reminders
• Meal Preparation
• Light Housekeeping
• Companionship
• Transportation (doctor appointments, general errands)

Benefits for Caregivers:

• Competitive Pay - $15 - $17 per hour
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Daily Pay Available
• Flexible Schedules
• Weekly Pay and/or Daily Pay Day Options
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Overtime

Who is Senior Helpers of Portage/Geauga? Senior Care, Only Better.

We are an independently owned and operated franchisee of SH Franchising, LLC dba Senior Helpers®. Senior Helpers® has been the nation's premier franchisor of in-home senior care franchisees since 2005, with locations across the country. Our services range from specialized care for those with chronic diseases to companion services for seniors looking for assistance with daily activities. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and improve the quality of life for our clients, their families, and our employees.

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