Caregiver - In-home

BrightStar Care of Denton · Decatur, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Are you a caregiver looking for immediate part-time work in the Decatur, TX area? Do you want a rewarding career helping others while receiving competitive pay and flexible work shifts? We’ve got the job for you! BrightStar Care is looking for part-time Caregivers to join our team providing in home care to seniors and older adults living in the Decatur area. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition you deserve. Caregiver Job Benefits: Competitive pay starting at $14 - $16 per hour commensurate with experience Flexible schedule to fit your lifestyle Weekly pay via direct deposit Supportive and Rewarding Work Environment Employee referral bonus program Growing Company with opportunity for development Facility staffing opportunities available We strongly live our value of a work-life balance by providing our employees with the following: We offer flexible work schedules on a variety of home and facility assignments, procedures, and treatments Daytime, Night Shift and Weekend opportunities available, in-home and facility-based Ability to work up to 40 hours per week Available 24/7 in the event of an emergency Responsibilities: Assist with personal care such as bathing, dressing, ambulation, and transfers Accompany clients to the grocery store, doctor appointments and pharmacy visits Assisting client with active and passive mobility work defined by the plan of care, and documenting observed changes to the Director of Nursing Requirements: High school diploma or GED Minimum 6 months experience as a caregiver Valid CPR Certificate Physical and negative TB skin test within the last 12 months Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance with reliable vehicle Adhere to HIPPA and maintain client confidentiality Negative drug screen and motor vehicle background screening Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and communicate effectively Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds We are strongly considering candidates with experience as a CNA, Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide/Assistant, or similar positions. BrightStar Care of Denton, TX is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. IND456

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Care aide and CNA positions in senior living are hands-on roles that require both physical stamina and genuine emotional resilience. In Texas, CNAs must hold an active certification through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, while caregiver and aide positions may not require formal certification but typically involve on-the-job training.

What catches many new hires off guard is the physical demand — you will be on your feet for the full shift, assisting with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support. Memory care roles add another layer, as working with residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's requires specialized patience and de-escalation skills. Most facilities offer shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and many in the DFW area provide tuition assistance programs for aides looking to advance into nursing.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

Your day typically begins with morning routines — helping residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting to breakfast. Throughout the shift, you will assist with meals, escort residents to activities, monitor for changes in behavior or health, and document everything in the care log. Vital signs checks happen at regular intervals, and you will be the first person to notice if something seems off with a resident.

The team dynamic is close-knit. You will work alongside other aides, report to the charge nurse, and communicate with families who visit. In memory care units, redirection and engagement activities are a big part of the role — keeping residents calm, oriented, and socially active. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, but many aides describe deep bonds with the residents they care for and a sense of purpose that keeps them in the field long-term.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $18.53/hr ($38,542/yr). The typical range is $17.96 – $21.73/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $35,859/yr

DFW Median $38,542/yr

Experienced (90th) $49,088/yr

vs. National Median -8.8%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.