PT Caregiver
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$19 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in California post a median of $20 an hour, the middle half $19–$22, across 944 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below 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, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
PT Caregiver
Preferred Care at Home of Folsom and El Dorado Hills, a nationwide senior care company, is seeking qualified caregivers in the El Dorado Hills area.
Are you looking for a positive work environment where your voice is heard and respected as part of the care team? Look no further. Preferred Care at Home invites you to join us in the high calling of helping others age in place with dignity and grace.
Job Description
As a caregiver, you will provide non-medical support to seniors in their homes. Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Companionship and emotional support
- Meal preparation and light housekeeping
- Medication reminders (non-medical)
- Transportation to appointments or errands (as needed)
- Supporting clients with daily routines and activities
Requirements
- Prior caregiving experience preferred (CNA/HHA a plus, but not required in all cases)
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
- Ability to follow care plans and communicate clearly
- Reliable transportation (may vary by client assignment)
- Must pass background check and any required screening
- Legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Must be able to lift or assist with basic mobility support when needed
Why Join Preferred Care at Home?
We offer more than just a job - we offer support, flexibility, and purpose.
Benefits include
- Direct deposit
- Weekly pay
- Competitive pay opportunities
- Complimentary CEUs
- Electronic time reporting
Our History
Since 1984, the founders of Preferred Care at Home have had the privilege of caring for thousands of families across the country.
Scheduling
Find the schedule that fits your life. We offer a variety of days and hours to meet your needs.
We want you to be part of a care team where you feel you belong and are supported. A place where we do everything we can to help you succeed and grow.
Join the Preferred family and be part of something meaningful - more than just a job, but a calling to care well for those in need.
From Preferred Care at Home's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Preferred Care at Home hires caregivers, nursing assistants and nurses in 16 states.
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