Companion CAREGiver – Helping Seniors in the York Community!
Location: Central York Region: Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Holland Landing, Sharon, Cedar Valley, Sanford
South York Region: Richmond Hill, Vaughan, King, Whitchurch-Stouffville.
Northern York Region & Surrounding Communities: Georgina, Keswick, Sutton West, Pefferlaw, Mount Albert, Beaverton, Sunderland, Bradford West Gwillimbury.
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-Time / Casual
Make a Difference in the Life of a Senior
Do you enjoy helping others, building meaningful relationships, and making someone's day a little brighter?
At Home Instead, we believe aging adults deserve to live with dignity, independence, and companionship. We are looking for caring, reliable, and compassionate individuals to join our team as Companion CAREGivers.
This role is perfect for mature adults, retirees, empty nesters, career changers, or anyone who has a genuine desire to help seniors remain safe, engaged, and connected in their own homes.
No personal care experience is required. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support.
Why Join Home Instead?
As a Home Instead CAREGiver, you will receive:
- Paid initial and ongoing training
- Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
- Work close to home in your community
- A supportive and caring team environment
- Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with clients
- The satisfaction of making a real difference every day
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company
What Does a Companion CAREGiver Do?
Every day is different, but your role may include:
- Providing companionship and conversation
- Sharing hobbies, games, puzzles, and activities
- Accompanying clients on walks or outings
- Providing transportation to appointments and errands
- Grocery shopping and meal preparation
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Medication reminders
- Supporting clients with social engagement and community involvement
- Monitoring changes in clients and communicating concerns to the office team
Our Companion CAREGivers focus on enhancing quality of life through connection, engagement, and practical support.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has a genuine passion for working with seniors
- Is kind, patient, dependable, and compassionate
- Enjoys conversation and building relationships
- Is comfortable working independently in clients' homes
- Has a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
- Can provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Is able to commit to a consistent schedule and ongoing client relationships
Experience That Is Considered an Asset:
- Experience caring for a family member or friend
- Volunteer experience with seniors
- Customer service, hospitality, teaching, recreation, or healthcare backgrounds
- Experience supporting individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia
No Healthcare Background? No Problem.
Many of our best CAREGivers come from backgrounds such as education, administration, hospitality, customer service, retirement, or caring for their own loved ones. If you have a caring heart and a desire to help others, we would love to hear from you.
Join Our Mission
At Home Instead, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of aging adults and their families. If you are looking for meaningful work where you can make a lasting impact in someone's life, apply today and become part of a team that truly cares.
Because companionship can change a life.
#INDR
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- are you comfortable traveling to the different cities mentioned in the job description?
- What city do you currently reside in?
- What is your current work availability? please mentions day and hours you are available to work.
Experience:
- Caregiving : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
