Companion CAREGiver – Seniors Helping Seniors at Heart

Location: York Region

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Job Type: Part-Time / Casual

Are you a caring and compassionate individual who wants to become a part of our growing team and join our mission of enhancing the lives of aging adults throughout our community?! if so, then you have found the right place!

Home Instead Senior Care provides a variety of non-medical services that allow seniors to meet the challenges of aging with dignity, care, and compassion. We are looking for people who can provide an ongoing commitment.

The hours of work can include a variety of hours such as overnights, days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to service clients in the following areas:

South York Region: Richmond Hill, Vaughan, King, Whitchurch-Stouffville.

Central York Region: Newmarket, Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Holland Landing, Sharon, Cedar Valley, Sanford.

Northern York Region & Surrounding Communities: Georgina, Keswick, Sutton West, Pefferlaw, Mount Albert, Beaverton, Sunderland, Bradford West Gwillimbury.

Why Join Home Instead?

As a Home Instead CAREGiver, you will receive:

- Paid initial and ongoing training
- Versatile 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. Because companionship can change a life.

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

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Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $17.60-$18.00 per hour

Benefits

- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):
- do you have experience in providing care for seniors?
- what city do you currently reside in?
- have you received at least 2 COVID vaccines?
- are you comfortable traveling to cities mentioned in the ? please include cities you are more comfortbale traveling to in your answer.

Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Drivers licence with access to your own vehicle (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Companion CAREGiver Community Care – Helping Seniors Live Comfortably at Home (Newmarket)
🏢 Home Instead
📍 Newmarket