Caregiver - Daytime & Weekend Shifts - Howard County

Griswold Home Care for Howard County, Maryland•Laurel, MD

2d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Griswold Home Care for Howard County is hiring part-time Caregivers, PCAs, and CNAs to provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking services to older adults living throughout Howard County, Maryland. The role helps clients remain as independent as possible in their homes and includes support with daily tasks, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and grocery shopping. Caregivers may occasionally assist clients with cognitive impairments or dementia and provide non-medical help such as feeding and bathing, while treating clients with patience, kindness, and respect. Caregivers document the care provided during each shift and communicate regularly with the office about client needs. The position offers flexible scheduling, with day or evening shifts depending on client needs. The employer is seeking caring, reliable, and responsible people and is willing to train the right person.

Requirements

CPR certification is required.
TB clearance must meet CDC guidance and Maryland RSA regulations.
Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle with current insurance and registration.
Willingness to travel within Howard County.
Must successfully complete a criminal background check.
Must be comfortable working in pet-friendly homes, including homes with cats and dogs.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Caring, reliable, and responsible approach; punctuality, dependability, kindness, and respect are sought.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification.
One or more years of caregiving or home care experience; experience caring for a loved one counts.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking services to older adults.
Assist clients with daily tasks to support their independence.
Perform light housekeeping, prepare meals, and shop for groceries.
Provide non-medical assistance, including feeding and bathing.
Support clients who may have cognitive impairments or dementia.
Maintain a log of care provided during each shift and submit accurate documentation.
Check in with the office and provide timely updates about client needs.

Benefits

Pay of $18–$21 per hour; shorter shifts pay $37 for one hour, $27 per hour for two-hour shifts, and $21 per hour for three-hour shifts.
Flexible scheduling.
Weekly pay.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Full benefits for full-time caregivers working 30 hours a week, including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support.
Jean Griswold Scholarship of up to $3,000 toward continuing education in a care-related field.
Mileage reimbursement and travel time pay.
Learning and development opportunities.
Bonus programs for referrals, positive reviews, and client recognition.
Around-the-clock office support.
Referral rewards with no limit on referrals.