Caregiver Opportunities in Howard County, MD

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

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Griswold Home Care for Howard County is hiring part-time Caregivers, CNAs, and PCAs to provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking support to older adults throughout Howard County, Maryland. Caregivers help clients remain as independent as possible in their homes and provide respectful, non-medical assistance with daily tasks. Duties may include light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping, feeding, and bathing. Caregivers may occasionally support clients with cognitive impairments or dementia, document care provided during each shift, and keep the office informed about client needs. Flexible hours are based on client needs, with opportunities for day or evening shifts. The employer offers flexible scheduling, weekly pay, paid time off and holiday pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, mileage reimbursement and travel-time pay, learning and development opportunities, bonus programs, around-the-clock office support, and a caregiver-focused team. Eligible employees may apply for up to $3,000 through the Jean Griswold Scholarship for continuing education in a care-related field.

Requirements

Be caring, dependable, responsible, punctual, respectful, and kind.
CPR certification is required.
Be comfortable working in pet-friendly homes, including homes with cats and dogs.
Have TB clearance in accordance with CDC guidance and Maryland RSA regulations.
Have a valid driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle with current insurance and registration.
Be willing to travel within Howard County.
Successfully complete a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification is a plus but is not required.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
One or more years of caregiving or home care experience is a plus; caregiving for a loved one counts.
Willingness to train the right person.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking support to older adults.
Help clients complete daily tasks and live as independently as possible in their homes.
Perform light housekeeping, prepare meals, and shop for groceries.
Assist with non-medical tasks such as feeding and bathing.
Occasionally provide care to clients with 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

Flexible scheduling.
Weekly pay.
Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support.
Jean Griswold Scholarship of up to $3,000 for 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 bonus program with no cap on referrals.