Personal Care Aide

Senior Helpers® of Sun City West‑Surprise – Personal Care Aide

Senior Helpers® of Sun City West‑Surprise is a new, locally‑owned home‑care agency serving seniors and their families across Sun City West, Surprise, and the surrounding communities. We are part of the nationally recognized Senior Helpers® brand, backed by local ownership that is personally invested in this community. Our mission is to keep those you love safe, comfortable, and independent at home while giving families peace of mind.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training and career growth
• Paid Sick Time accrued from day one
• Holiday premium pay and overtime eligibility
• One‑on‑one client matching
• Mileage reimbursement and flexible scheduling

As a Personal Care Aide you will be the trusted, consistent presence in a client’s daily life – providing companionship, personal care, and recovery support so they can remain safely and happily s is not a live‑in position; we offer daytime, evening, and overnight shifts. Overnight aides must remain awake and alert throughout the shift.

• $17–$18/Hour, DOE – competitive pay based on experience
• Holiday Premium Pay – 1.5× on 7 holidays plus your birthday
• Overtime Eligible – 1.5× for 40+ hours per week
• Paid Sick Time (PST) – accrues 1 hour per 30 hours worked, eligible after 90 days (Arizona law)
• Mileage Reimbursement – standard IRS rate for approved business driving between client locations
• Flexible Scheduling – days, evenings, and overnights available
• Paid Senior Helpers® Training – world‑class caregiver training including specialized programs for Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, and recovery care
• One‑on‑one Client Matching – hand‑matched to clients that align with your strengths
• Responsive Office Support – Care Coordinator available by phone on every assignment

Responsibilities vary by client and care plan but may include:

• Companionship, conversation, and emotional support
• Light housekeeping and household management
• Meal planning and preparation
• Laundry and linen care
• Errands and transportation (client’s or your own vehicle)
• Medication reminders
• Walking and mobility assistance
• Bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance
• Assist client to/from bed
• Monitor clients with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory‑care needs
• Post‑surgical and recovery care support
• Overnight shifts (awake and alert – no live‑in assignments)
• Document care activities in the client’s Care Plan Book daily
• Report significant client changes to the office promptly

Required:

• Genuine compassion for seniors and a desire to make a positive difference
• Ability to treat every client with dignity, respect, and patience
• Reliable, punctual, and professional – your client counts on you
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a conversational adult level
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and current auto insurance
• Reliable personal vehicle available for use during assignments
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening prior to employment
• Pre‑employment TB screening required as a condition of hire
• Flexible and adaptable – willing to work a variety of shifts and days, including evenings and overnights
• Must be 18 years of age or older and eligible to work in the United States

• Prior caregiving experience – professional or personal (including caring for a family member)
• Experience with Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, or memory care
• CPR/First Aid certification (required within 90 days of hire if not already held)
• Comfort with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and toileting

This is an active, hands‑on role. You should be able to:

• Safely lift and/or move up to 50 lbs (e.g., a wheelchair or walker into/out of a vehicle)
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, or push/pull throughout a shift
• Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living
• Climb stairs multiple times during a shift as needed
• Remain awake, seated, and alert during overnight shifts
• See clearly (with or without correction) to monitor client safety

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the…