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Home Helpers of SE Houston · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Serving families in their homes is a special calling – and at Home Helpers, we continually attract talented, committed individuals. We have part and full-time day shift positions available for skilled caregiver with a heart for service. We are growing our team and looking for compassionate caregivers to provide companion care and daily living assistance to the elderly, and those requiring recuperative or continuing care. Join our team today and make a difference in the lives of others! Responsibilities will include personal care assistance, companionship, support with daily living activities, and monitoring the client’s condition. This position requires someone who is dependable, observant, and genuinely committed to providing high-quality care in a respectful and professional manner. We pride ourselves on offering a rewarding work environment with various benefits including: Competitive compensation One on one client care Health insurance Flexible shifts (full time and part time) Travel reimbursement Career growth and learning opportunities 401(k) retirement plan Responsibilities (will vary by client): Light housekeeping Meal preparation Transportation Companionship Personal care (bathing, toileting) Follow a plan of care Communicate professionally with families and your team Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Ability to pass a background screening Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance Clean driving record Prior home care experience a plus Access to email and a mobile smart device Must understand and respect client ethics and confidentiality of care This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Home Helpers Corporate.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Care aide and CNA positions in senior living are hands-on roles that require both physical stamina and genuine emotional resilience. In Texas, CNAs must hold an active certification through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, while caregiver and aide positions may not require formal certification but typically involve on-the-job training.

What catches many new hires off guard is the physical demand — you will be on your feet for the full shift, assisting with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support. Memory care roles add another layer, as working with residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's requires specialized patience and de-escalation skills. Most facilities offer shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and many in the Houston area provide tuition assistance programs for aides looking to advance into nursing.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

Your day typically begins with morning routines — helping residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting to breakfast. Throughout the shift, you will assist with meals, escort residents to activities, monitor for changes in behavior or health, and document everything in the care log. Vital signs checks happen at regular intervals, and you will be the first person to notice if something seems off with a resident.

The team dynamic is close-knit. You will work alongside other aides, report to the charge nurse, and communicate with families who visit. In memory care units, redirection and engagement activities are a big part of the role — keeping residents calm, oriented, and socially active. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, but many aides describe deep bonds with the residents they care for and a sense of purpose that keeps them in the field long-term.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $17.76/hr ($36,941/yr). The typical range is $17.00 – $21.53/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $31,366/yr

Houston Median $36,941/yr

Experienced (90th) $46,155/yr

vs. National Median -6.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.