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Homemaker – $19–$25/hr | Flexible Schedule | Paid Training | Burlington, Lexington, Bedford & Surrounding Areas

Abernathy Home Care logoAbernathy Home Care$19–$25/hrBurlington, MAPart TimePosted 4mo ago
  • No experience required
  • Driver's license

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About the job

Homemaker/Companion – $19–$25/hr | No Experience Required | Flexible Hours

Looking for meaningful work but don't have a healthcare background? You don't need one.

Abernathy Home Care is hiring caring and dependable Homemakers and Companions to provide non-medical support to older adults living in their own homes.

No home care experience or certification is required, and this position does not involve bathing or hands-on personal care. We provide the training you need to get started.

If you're reliable, enjoy helping others, and want flexible work that makes a real difference in someone's day, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Homemaker/Companion, you'll help clients maintain a comfortable home and continue living as independently as possible.

Responsibilities may include

  • Light housekeeping and household organization
  • Laundry and changing linens
  • Meal preparation
  • Grocery shopping and errands
  • Companionship and conversation
  • Accompanying clients on errands or outings
  • Helping maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home
  • Providing friendly, dependable support

This is a non-medical position. No bathing or hands-on personal care is required.

What We Offer

  • $19–$25 per hour
  • No certification required
  • No previous home care experience required
  • Paid orientation and training
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Short and longer shifts available
  • Immediate openings
  • Client assignments close to home whenever possible
  • Paid travel time between clients
  • Mileage reimbursement between clients
  • Earned sick time
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Employee discount program
  • Supportive office and scheduling team
  • Family-owned home care agency serving Massachusetts families for over 30 years

Who Makes a Great Homemaker/Companion?

You don't need a healthcare background to be great at this job.

This opportunity can be a great fit for:

  • Career changers looking for meaningful work
  • Retirees interested in staying active and helping others
  • Parents returning to the workforce
  • College students and adult education students
  • People looking for flexible or supplemental income
  • Anyone who genuinely enjoys spending time with and helping older adults

What We're Looking For

  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance
  • Authorization to work in the United States
  • Dependable and reliable attendance
  • Strong communication skills
  • Compassionate and respectful attitude
  • Willingness to help with everyday household tasks
  • Able to work a minimum of 20 hours/week

No previous home care experience or certification is required.

Small Things Can Make a Big Difference

Home care isn't always about medical care or personal care.

Sometimes it's making sure someone has a clean kitchen and fresh laundry. Sometimes it's preparing a meal, helping with groceries, or simply sitting down and having a conversation with someone who could use the company.

Those everyday moments can make an enormous difference in an older adult's ability to remain comfortable and independent at home.

If you're looking for flexible, meaningful work where your time and kindness truly matter , we'd love to speak with you.

Apply today for an immediate interview!

From Abernathy Home Care's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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