Caregiver Short Shifts
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How this pay compares
This posting states $16–$20 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in Tennessee post a median of $16.63 an hour, the middle half $16–$17.50, across 275 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in Tennessee earn a median of $15.45 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
Short Shifts. Flexible Hours. Meaningful Work.
Right at Home is Hiring Caregivers, PCAs & CNAs
Looking for caregiving work that fits into your schedule without committing to long shifts?
Right at Home is hiring caregivers for short-shift opportunities throughout our service area. These shifts are a great fit for caregivers looking to pick up extra hours, supplement their income, or build a schedule around other work, school, family, or personal commitments.
Whether you have a few hours available in the morning, afternoon, or evening, you can use that time to make a meaningful difference for a senior in your community.
What We're Looking For
- Age 18 or older
- At least 6 months of caregiving experience
- Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and current auto insurance
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
- Dependable, professional, and compassionate
- Ability to pass a background check
Willingness to accept shorter caregiving shifts
Why Caregivers Choose Right at Home
- Starting pay from $16-$20 per hour depending on the shift length
Short-shift opportunities
- Weekly pay or daily pay option with TapCheck
- Flexible scheduling based on your availability
- Opportunities to pick up additional shifts
- Health insurance benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid training and opportunities for professional growth
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Assistance Program offering wellness, financial, and legal resources
- Supportive leadership team that values and appreciates your work
Not every client needs a full day of care. Sometimes a few hours of dependable support can make all the difference.
As a short-shift caregiver, you may help a client get ready for their day, prepare a meal, complete their evening routine, provide personal care, or simply offer companionship and assistance while they remain safely at home.
Responsibilities may include
- Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other personal care needs
- Preparing meals and assisting with light housekeeping
- Supporting mobility, transfers, and daily routines
- Providing companionship and meaningful social interaction
- Helping clients safely start or finish their day
- Traveling to client homes throughout the service area
A Few Hours Can Make a Big Difference.
If you've been looking for a way to add caregiving hours without committing to an 8- or 12-hour shift, this could be the opportunity for you.
Right at Home is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
From Right at Home East Tennessee Foothills's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Right at Home East Tennessee Foothills
Right at Home East Tennessee Foothills hires caregivers and nursing assistants in Maryville, Townsend and other towns in Tennessee.
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