A Place At Home – Merrimack Valley

Daytime caregiver HHA CNA

$22 - $24 / hour

Weekday Morning and Evening Shifts Available Immediately

Looking for a consistent caregiving job that fits your schedule?

At A Place At Home – Merrimack Valley, we're hiring compassionate caregivers for weekday morning and afternoon shifts (3–4 hours in length) in the Westford, MA area. Whether you're looking for "mother's hours," one or two shifts each week, or a full-time schedule, we'll work with you to find hours that fit your life.

We believe caregivers deserve to be valued, supported, and well compensated. That's why we offer some of the highest caregiver pay in the area, along with an office team that truly understands what it means to care for others.

Our Care Coordinators are former caregivers themselves, so when you call the office, you're talking with people who have been in your shoes and are committed to helping you succeed.

Why Caregivers Choose A Place At Home

  • Pay: $22 per hour starting pay, with increased pay for experience and specialty training

  • Increased pay for short shifts (3 hrs)

  • Easy-to-use mobile app for clocking in, clocking out, and recording mileage

  • Supportive office staff who genuinely care about our caregivers

  • Time-and-a-half pay for six holidays and paid sick time

What You'll Do

Our clients typically need a mix of the following services:

  • Personal care: Assist clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility

  • Companionship: Provide companionship and meaningful conversation

  • Housekeeping & meal prep: Prepare light meals and assist with light housekeeping

  • Medication reminders

What We're Looking For

  • Compassionate, dependable, and professional attitude

  • HHA or CNA certification preferred

  • Reliable transportation

  • Clear communication

  • Home care experience strongly preferred

Join a Team That Supports You

We know great care starts with taking care of our caregivers. If you're looking for rewarding daytime work with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a team that truly has your back, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and join the A Place At Home – Merrimack Valley team!

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