Home Instead CAREGivers work independently and make a difference in the lives of older people each day.  If you're fond of older people and believe you would enjoy the satisfaction of helping them remain living at home, you may be interested in becoming a CAREGiver. We offer flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnight and weekend hours. This rewarding part-time job allows you to practically name your own schedule. Many active older people enjoy being a CAREGiver because they relate so well to our clients, often bonding through similar life experiences and common maturity. No previous experience is necessary.  Fondness for the elderly is the main reason why so many choose to make a difference as a CAREGiver. Home Instead Senior Care's comprehensive training programme helps ensure that our CAREGivers are well equipped to handle the most common older people situations and circumstances.  Additionally our helpful office team are always available to help answer questions and lend support. The Role of a Caregiver It's often the little things in life that older people miss and need the most.  Home Instead CAREGivers often become a surrogate family member to help meet their client's needs.  Companionship and human interaction are among the most important duties we provide and other non-medical services we perform, such as light housework, cooking, laundry, shopping and running errands, also assist the elderly in remaining at home Making a Difference Being a Home Instead CAREGiver is more than a wage.  If you're a people person, you can relate to what these CAREGivers have to say about the rewards of their job: "Thanks to Home Instead Senior Care, I have a real purpose.  Caring for my clients is my personal mission in life." "Finally I am paid for something I really like to do; talking, cleaning and caring for someone who really appreciates me for what I do." "I retired so I could do what I wanted to do.  And, I'm doing it.  Thanks Home Instead Senior Care for making it possible." "Home Instead Senior Care is a great second job.  I'm not on my feet all day and my clients treat me like a real person." "I didn't think that caregiving would be something that I would ever be interested in.  But when I found out how important my contribution was to a client and their family, I knew it was for me." "I love my job.  Nobody's constantly looking over my shoulder and I work the days and hours that fit my routine." How to Become a CAREGiver It's easy!  Go to the Office Locator to find the closest office near you.  Click on the appropriate office listing for full contact details and request an application form.