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Full Time SKILLED Caregiver

101 W Anapamu St Suite C, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Job Description

Work with Heart. Get Rewarded for Your Experience. Some jobs are just a paycheck—but at Home Instead, every hour you spend makes a life better. We’re looking for compassionate people to join our caregiving family and help local seniors thrive where they’re happiest: at home.

If you’ve been looking for a career that offers genuine human connection and a deep sense of purpose, you belong here.

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!
  • Skip the Wait: Let’s get you matched with a client 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 $20–$23/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 match you with clients based on personality and shared interests, so your workday feels less like a task and more like a visit with a friend.

Ready for a Career You'll Love? If you're looking for a job that truly matters, with good pay and a schedule that works for you, Home Instead is the place to be! Come join our family and start making a difference today.

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

Caregiver Skills and Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 6-Months of Experience at an Agency/Private Care
  • Must Have Reliable Transportation and Auto Insurance
  • 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

Duties May 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, Weekend, Overnight (experience necessary), and Overtime Shifts Available

Benefits of Being a Home Instead Care Professional:

  • Competitive Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00
  • 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 between Shifts
  • 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,