Night Shift Caregiver / Overnight Assistant (10:30 PM – 6:30 AM)

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionte, attentive, physically strong, and reliable night-shift caregiver to monitor and assist a 6'4" elderly male during overnight hours in his home. A family member resides in the home, and other family members visit regularly to support his care. Hours are from 11:00 PM to 7:00 am. We seek someone to be on the night-shift every other day. One week 3 nights then 4 nights the next week and so on.

Key Responsibilities

  • Overnight Monitoring: Stay awake and alert to respond when an electronic floor mat signals he is out of bed.
  • Mobility Support: Assist and safely guide him using a walker (or wheelchair, as needs evolve). Must be physically able to assist a tall, heavy male with balance and transfers.
  • Personal Care & Toileting: Guide him safely to and from the toilet, assist with hygiene, and manage pajama/clothing changes as needed.
  • Light Housekeeping: Wash, dry, and fold personal laundry and linens during downtime while he is sleeping.
  • Medication Assistance: Administer over-the-counter pain relief (such as Tylenol) when necessary and assist him back into bed safely.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Must live within a 30-mile radius of CR 466 in The Villages by Oxford & Costco.
  • Physical strength and proper technique to safely assist a 6'4" individual.
  • Strong track record of reliability and night-shift dependability.
  • References Required: Must provide verified professional caregiving references.
  • Background Check: Must be willing to undergo a full criminal background check and drug screening.

Please submit a resume with a cover letter. We look forward to someone helping out our family members as we give our parent the best care possible. Thank You

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 32.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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