Actively Hiring Experienced Caregivers in La Jolla
- Certification preferred
- Driver's license
How this pay compares
This posting states $23–$27 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in California post a median of $20.50 an hour, the middle half $19–$22, across 1,347 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in California earn a median of $16.50 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What California requires of a caregiver
Registered Home Care Aide (Home Care Aide Registry), from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Home Care Services Branch.
- Training: at least 5 hours.
- An aide of a licensed Home Care Organization must be registered on the Home Care Aide Registry (Live Scan criminal background check through CDSS, free of active tuberculosis) and complete at least 5 hours of entry-level training (2 hours orientation, 3 hours safety) before being with a client.
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- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 28.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 85.5%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.58x · Clicks 27
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 76.1% · Stating an hourly rate 73.8%
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About the job
Experienced In-Home Caregiver / Senior Home Care Aide
Pay Rate: $23.00 – $27.00/hour (+ performance incentives)
Locations: La Jolla, CA & North County San Diego
Shifts: Flexible 4-Hour to 12-Hour Shifts | Day & Night | Monday–Sunday
About Cheer Home Care
At Cheer Home Care, we believe that delivering high-quality client care starts with supporting our care team. We offer competitive pay, an empowering work culture, and clear paths for professional development. If you are a skilled caregiver looking for a rewarding role with a company that truly values your experience, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Advanced Personal Care: Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, toileting, hygiene, and nutrition/meal prep.
- Specialized Memory & Palliative Care: Provide tailored support for clients with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and those under Hospice care.
- Home Support & Companionship: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe home environment through light housekeeping, hourly care, and meaningful engagement.
- Client Transportation: Escort clients safely to medical appointments, errands, and outings.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Prior professional experience in senior care or specialized memory care required.
- Strong communication skills and a passionate, dependable work ethic.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and active auto insurance.
Requirements
- Assisting with activities of daily living and dementia care
- Able to provide mobility assistance, transfers, and physical support (up to 100–150 lbs)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Certifications preferred but NOT required: CNA, HHA, CPR, First Aid, AED
- Reliable transportation to drive client in their vehicle (mileage reimbursement included)
- Must have a smartphone with internet access
Benefits
Cheer Offers
- Hourly Rate: $23 to $27, depending on experience, certifications, reference reviews, car access, and more.
- Weekly Payments
- Flexible Schedule: Full-time or part-time, based on your availability and travel preferences
- Holiday Pay: Time and a half
- Training and Ongoing Support
- Continuous support from our office team is available 24/7 to treat you with dignity, respect, and provide assistance whenever needed. Our caregivers are never alone!
- Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision and 401(k) with 4% company match
Notice to Search Firms/Third-Party Recruitment Agencies: The Recruiting team manages the recruitment and employment process for Cheer Home Care Inc. or Cheer Health Care Inc. (“Cheer”). Cheer does not accept resumes from recruiters or search firms without an executed search agreement in place.
From Cheer Home Care's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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