Become a Care Professional in Durham

Caregiver – Get the Support You Deserve with Home Instead
As a Caregiver with Home Instead, you’ll have a dedicated team behind you every step of the way. Our tools and training help you focus on what matters most—caring for seniors.

24/7 support from our experienced office team

Industry-leading caregiver technology and scheduling tools

Weekly pay and benefits for eligible employees

Opportunities to learn and grow in your role

Join a company that supports you while you support others.

Open Visit Schedules
Chapel Hill – weekday and weekend, morning, afternoon and evening; Monday/Thursday/Friday evening; Tuesday/Wednesday overnight

Durham – weekday and Sunday; morning, afternoon, and evening

Fearrington – weekday and Saturday; late morning and afternoon

Pittsboro – weekday and weekend; morning and evening; Monday/Friday and Sunday; Afternoon

Hillsborough – weekday, morning and afternoon

North Raleigh – weekday and weekend; morning and afternoon

Wake Forest – weekday and Saturday; morning

Cary / Apex – weekday and weekend; late morning and afternoon

South Raleigh Suburbs – weekday afternoons; weekday and weekend morning

What you’ll get as a caregiver
$14.50–$16.50/hr – weekly pay & direct deposit

$700 caregiver referral program

Sick leave accrual opportunities and paid training

Paid holidays at 1.5x your rate

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, based on eligibility

401k matching, based on eligibility

Mileage reimbursement (in-visit travel and between same-day visits)

Opportunity for continuous learning

What you’ll do as a caregiver
Foster relationships with clients through companionship and compassionate caregiving.

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties.

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence.

We’ve got you covered
Fast job placement for qualified candidates.

Dedicated support from our passionate team, available 24/7.

Leverage our industry-leading mobile app for real-time updates on client needs, schedule management, and earnings tracking.

Requirements
Minimum of 6 months of paid professional caregiving experience (non-family) OR be a CNA, HHA, LVN/LPN, or RN.

Have reliable transportation to and from clients (drivers preferred but not required).

Minimum of two professional references.

Willing and able to work at least two weekly shifts with the same client(s) to provide consistent care and build strong relationships.

Have basic English speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Bilingual or multilingual individuals are encouraged to apply).

Complete any necessary compliance, license, or registration requirements.