Seeking Home Care Heros - North Dallas, TX

Right at Home Irving/Arlington · North Branch, TX Full Time

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Right at Home Irving/Arlington - Seeking Home Care Heroes - North Dallas, TX Join Our Team and Make a Difference! At Right at Home Irving/Arlington, we are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Care Heroes to provide exceptional care to seniors and vulnerable adults in their homes. As a leading home care franchise system, we are committed to delivering high-quality care and services that promote independence, dignity, and well-being. About the Role: As a Home Care Hero, you will have the opportunity to perform personal care activities that assist clients with activities of daily living, including but not limited to: Assisting with transferring/moving clients from place to place throughout their home Performing housekeeping activities, such as vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning the bathroom Preparing meals and snacks according to instructions Accompanying clients on errands or medical appointments Providing personal care services, such as bathing, dressing, and shaving Medication reminders Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises Dementia care Companionship activities, such as reading, music, and puzzles What We Offer: Competitive pay: $15 - $18 HOURLY Weekly pay via Direct Deposit Next day pay available via TapCheck Unlimited referral bonuses Regular pay increases based on hours worked Flexible scheduling 401(k) Retirement plan Employee Discount Programs Bonuses for employee referrals PAID training and development Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Programs Access to Leadership Paid travel time in between clients Requirements: High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred Minimum 1 year paid experience in a Skilled or Assisted Living Facility, Home Health or Hospice Agency Ability to lift/move 50 lbs without assistance Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job Possess a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance Reliable transportation Pass a background check CNA license, Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide certification preferred Why Choose Right at Home Irving/Arlington: We stand prepared to equip you with the right personal protective equipment (PPE) and support you as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities. By joining our team, you will have the unique opportunity to improve the quality of life for those you serve. We are an equal opportunity employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity and inclusion. Don't Miss Out! Join our team of Home Care Heroes today and make a difference in the lives of others. Apply now to become a part of our dynamic and growing organization!

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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.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr

DFW Median $26,894/yr

Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr

vs. National Median -24.9%

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