Home Care & Senior Living jobs near The Villages
1 active job near The Villages. Most are with UnitedHealth Group (Optum).
The Villages area has one of the oldest median ages in the country, so help for older adults is needed here every day of the year. Companions, private duty caregivers, resident assistants and memory care staff work in assisted living communities and in private homes. It is steady, meaningful work. Openings listed here right now: 1.
This job is personal. You might help someone get dressed, make lunch, remind them to take medicine, drive to an appointment or simply keep them company. Patience and reliability matter more than almost anything else, because families and residents count on you showing up. The pace is usually slower than a hospital, and you often get to know the same people over months or years. Top employers hiring right now include UnitedHealth Group (Optum).
Schedules vary a lot. Assisted living and memory care communities run day, evening and overnight shifts, while private duty jobs can be a few hours a day or live-in. Part-time openings among them: 1. Florida requires background screening for many people who work with seniors, so expect fingerprints and a background check as part of the hiring process.
What to know
- Day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts are common, so you can often find a schedule that fits.
- Companion jobs may need no license, while certified nursing assistant (CNA) and home health aide jobs need specific training or certification.
- Employers value reliability, patience and a calm attitude as much as experience.
- Openings listed here right now: 1.
25 jobs · Flexible hours
Hospice House LPN - FLOAT
Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care
- Flexible hours
Clermont, FL (Clermont, FL)Up to 45 minFull timePosted 7 months ago
- Flexible hours
LPN, Continuous Care
Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care
- Flexible hours
Tavares, FL (Tavares, FL)Up to 30 minFull timePosted 9 months ago
- Flexible hours
Per-Diem LPN, Cornerstone Hospice House (days and nights)
Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care
- Flexible hours
The Villages, FL (The Villages, FL)Up to 15 minPart timePosted 9 months ago
- Flexible hours
Per-Diem RN, Cornerstone Hospice House Nights
Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care
- Flexible hours
Tavares, FL (Tavares, FL)Up to 30 minPart timePosted 14 months ago
- Flexible hours
Per-Diem RN, Cornerstone Hospice House Nights
Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care
- Flexible hours
The Villages, FL (The Villages, FL)Up to 15 minPart timePosted 14 months ago
- Flexible hours
Questions
- Do I need a license or certificate for senior care jobs?
- It depends on the job. Companion and sitter roles often do not require one. Certified nursing assistants need Florida certification, home health aides need training, and assisted living staff need required training and background screening. Read each listing closely, and ask whether the employer pays for or arranges any classes.
- Can I do this work if I am older or retired?
- Yes, and many employers like the life experience. The work can be physical, with lifting, walking and long stretches on your feet, so be honest about what you can do. Ask about lift equipment and safety training.
- What is the difference between a private duty caregiver and an assisted living job?
- Private duty means working one on one in a client's home, often with a set routine and a flexible schedule. Assisted living means working on a team in a community, with shifts and more people to care for at once. One on one work suits people who like building a close bond. Community work suits people who like being part of a team.