Lead Caregiver / CNA / HHA - Full-Time

Full-time caregiving role with guaranteed 40 hours per week and 60 hours of availability required. This position supports older adults in their homes across the Research Triangle area, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and nearby communities.

About the role

This full-time role is designed for calm, dependable care professionals who are comfortable supporting a variety of clients, helping with new client starts, and stepping in when urgent coverage is needed. At Home Instead, our mission is to make life better for older adults and the caregivers who support them.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, professional care to older adults in their homes
• Assist with personal care, mobility, transfers, companionship, meals, and daily routines
• Support clients with dementia care and end-of-life care needs
• Help with new client starts to create a smooth and positive care experience
• Step in for urgent or last-minute shift coverage to help prevent gaps in care
• Review care plans and visit notes to understand each client’s needs and preferences
• Communicate professionally with clients, families, office staff, and other caregivers
• Provide hands-on support, guidance, and encouragement to other caregivers when needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional caregiving experience, non-family, OR active CNA, HHA, LPN, or RN credential
• Experience with personal care, transfers, dementia care, and end-of-life support
• Calm, confident, and professional approach in changing or challenging care situations
• Strong communication skills with clients, families, office staff, and fellow caregivers
• Comfortable supporting and guiding other caregivers when needed
• Comfortable using a smartphone app for scheduling and care documentation
• Basic English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Must be available for 60 hours per week to qualify for guaranteed 40 full-time hours
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel up to 60 minutes to client homes
• Comfortable working in different home environments (houses, apartments, townhomes, senior communities, homes with pets, smoking environments)
• Ability to accept shifts on short notice when needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role, including assisting with mobility, transfers, and personal care
• Must pass background check, drug screening, and required assessments

Pay

• $19.00-$21.00/hr, depending on experience
• $760-$840/week before taxes at 40 hours per week
• Weekly pay
• Overtime eligibility
• Mileage reimbursement between client visits

Benefits

• Paid training and ongoing development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k
• 24/7 support from the Home Instead Care Team

Schedule

Guaranteed 40 hours per week with availability required for up to 60 hours per week.