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SKILLED Caregiver w/ CNA Cert

Santa Barbara County

CNAs: Trade the Hectic Hallways for Heartfelt Connections You’ve worked hard for your certification—now put it to work where it’s truly felt. At Home Instead, we invite you to step away from the 15-to-1 patient ratios and into a role where you can focus on one senior at a time. Use your clinical skills and your compassion to help a local senior thrive in the place they love most: home. If you're ready for a career that honors your expertise while giving you the time to actually care, you belong with us.

The "HCA-Ready" Fast-Track Bonus

Are you already registered with the state? If you have an active HCA number and a completed Live Scan, we want to reward your preparation!

  • Get a $125 Credential Recognition Bonus added to your very first paycheck. Let’s get you started and earning right away!

Why You’ll Love Being Part of Our Team

We believe that taking care of our clients starts with taking care of you.

  • Competitive Pay: Earn $21–$24/hr doing work that actually matters.
  • Schedules That Breathe: We offer truly flexible hours that respect your personal life—whether you need full-time stability or a part-time side hustle.
  • A Culture of Support: You aren’t just a number on a roster. You’re joining a supportive, local team that cheers for your success and has your back every day.

Grow With the Industry Leaders

Home Instead pioneered in-home senior care, and we’re committed to helping you shine in your career:

  • Training Provided: We'll give you all the training you need to feel confident and succeed.
  • Lots of Ways to Grow: There are plenty of opportunities to learn new things and move up in your career.

More Than a Job—It’s a Connection

We don’t just "assign shifts"; we build relationships. We take the time to match you with clients based on personality and interests, so you can form genuine friendships while you work.

Ready to make a real difference?

If you’re a compassionate person looking for a career with heart, great pay, and a team that feels like family, we can’t wait to meet you.

6-months of experience preferred; paid training; background check required.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Completion of CNA Certification Program; Current California CNA Certification
  • Minimum One (1) Year experience as Certified Nurses Aide in Supervised Setting within Past Three (3) Years
  • Ability to Treat and Care for Seniors and Their Property with Dignity and Respect
  • Ability to Communicate with Clients in a Friendly and Congenial Manner
  • Must Have Reliable Transportation and Auto Insurance

Duties Include, but are Not Limited to:

  • Alzheimer’s Care / Parkinson's Care
  • Assistance with Grooming, Bathing, and Incontinence Care
  • Companionship and Conversation
  • Light Housekeeping Tasks and Meal Preparation
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Taking Clients on Outings
  • Encouraging Daily Exercise

Shifts Available:

  • Work to Fill Your Schedule
  • Full-time, Part-time, Overnight, Overtime, and Weekend Shifts Available

Benefits of Being a Home Instead Care Professional:

  • Competitive Pay Range: $21.00 - $24.00
  • Reliable and Consistent Scheduling
  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Paid New Hire Training
  • Up to 120 Hours of Holiday Overtime Available Annually
  • Employees Who Work 20+ Hours / Week are Eligible for Free Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance
  • Travel Reimbursement
  • Up to $5,250 Tuition / Year at Bellevue University
  • Referral Cash Bonus
  • Fun, Supportive and Family Oriented Work Environment with Awesome Coworkers!

Sick Time:

In accordance with California’s Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act, all employees are eligible for paid sick leave.Employees accrue paid sick leave at a rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked, starting from their first day of employment. Unused sick leave carries over year-to-year, capped at a maximum of 80 hours (10 days).

Service Areas: We service clients across Santa Barbara County. As an agency, our goal is to match you to a client that is within your ideal driving range.

Santa Barbara county including: Goleta, Hope Ranch, Santa Barbara, Montecito, Summerland, Carpinteria.

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