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Home Instead
Entry Level Caregiver
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What they do
A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
$39,916 / year median in Washington
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Now Hiring In‑Home Caregivers Home Instead is looking for dependable, warm‑hearted individuals to support older adults throughout the South Puget Sound region, including Thurston, Lewis, Mason, and Grays Harbor Counties. If you're drawn to work that has purpose, want to make a positive impact on those who are vulnerable or isolated, or you're seeking a meaningful role later in life, this could be the right fit. Home Instead offers opportunities that allow you to contribute directly to the well‑being of seniors in your community. Our team delivers personalized in‑home care that helps older adults remain safe, comfortable, and independent. We approach aging with dignity, respect, and compassion — and we're looking for people who share those values. We have immediate openings for individuals available on weekends, as well as part‑time, full‑time, overnight, morning, and evening shifts.
Care Professionals may assist with:
Companionship and social engagement Meal planning and preparation Medication reminders Light household tasks Transportation to appointments or errands Personal care support Specialized assistance, including dementia or hospice care Why work with Home Instead inOlympia:
Flexible scheduling based on your availability (minimum 15 hours per week) Competitive wages, plus overtime, holiday pay, sick time, mileage reimbursement, and bonus opportunities Paid Home Care Aide (HCA) training if you need certification One week of Paid Time Off after one year of employment Paid time between shifts and paid training Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options after one yearSIMPLE IRA
with a 3% employer match Free continuing education (CEUs) One‑on‑one client care in a home setting Basic qualifications: 21 years of age or older Valid driver's license Current auto insurance Reliable personal vehicle Residency in Thurston, Lewis, Mason, or Grays Harbor CountiesBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings