Urgent Need: Reliable Night Shift Caregiver
- Certification preferred
- Weekly pay
- Hiring immediately
- Nights
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This posting states $18–$19 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in California post a median of $20.50 an hour, the middle half $19–$22, across 1,257 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), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Registered Home Care Aide (Home Care Aide Registry), from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Home Care Services Branch.
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About the job
Urgently Hiring: Night Caregiver (Overnight Shifts Available)
Preferred Care at Home of Folsom and El Dorado Hills , a nationwide senior care company, is seeking compassionate and dependable Night Caregivers to provide overnight support to seniors in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills, and surrounding areas.
Are you looking for meaningful work where your contributions are valued and appreciated? Do you enjoy helping others feel safe, comfortable, and cared for during overnight hours? Join our team and make a difference in the lives of seniors who wish to age in place with dignity and independence.
Job Description
As a Night Caregiver , you will provide non-medical care and overnight supervision to seniors in their homes. Your primary responsibility is ensuring clients remain safe, comfortable, and supported throughout the night.
Responsibilities may include
- Overnight monitoring and supervision
- Assistance with nighttime routines and personal care
- Help with toileting, mobility, and transfers
- Medication reminders (non-medical)
- Responding to overnight needs and ensuring client safety
- Light housekeeping during downtime
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting any notable changes or concerns during the shift
Requirements
- Prior caregiving experience preferred (CNA/HHA a plus)
- Experience with overnight or dementia care is a plus
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
- Ability to stay awake and alert throughout the entire shift
- Reliable transportation
- Strong communication skills
- Must pass background check and required screenings
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Ability to assist clients with mobility and transfers when needed
Why Join Preferred Care at Home?
We offer more than just a job. We offer flexibility, support, and an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Benefits Include
- Weekly pay
- Direct deposit
- Competitive pay rates
- Flexible scheduling
- Complimentary CEUs and ongoing training
- Electronic time reporting
- Supportive office staff available when you need assistance
Our History
Since 1984, Preferred Care at Home has proudly served thousands of families nationwide, providing compassionate in-home care that allows seniors to remain safely and comfortably in their own homes.
Scheduling
- Overnight shifts available
- Awake overnight shifts
- Weekend overnight opportunities
- Part-time and full-time positions available
- Immediate openings
Join the Preferred Care at Home family and become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional overnight care and peace of mind to seniors and their families.
Apply Today - Immediate Start Available!
From Preferred Care at Home's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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