Home Care supporting Bright Horizons Backup Care Program

Rapidly Growing HomeCare Program
Location: Alameda and San Mateo Counties
Schedule: On-call / Flexible hours (Monday–Friday, occasional weekends)
Pay: $18-23 per hour

About the Role

Do you love working with children and/or adults and want a flexible job that fits your schedule? Join Golden Care's HomeCare Backup Care Program, providing trusted, short-term care for families when their regular arrangements fall through.

As a Caregiver for Back-up Care, you’ll step in to care for children and/or adults ranging from infants to seniors in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. You’ll support working families by ensuring their little ones are happy, secure, and having fun while parents or family handle their workday stress-free.

What You’ll Do

• Provide age-appropriate care, supervision, and recreational activities for children and senior care.

• Follow established routines and care plans to ensure safety and comfort.

• Maintain open, positive communication with parents/families and the Bright Horizons team.

• Support daily routines, including meals, rest, creative play, and learning activities for children.

• Ensure a clean, organized, environment.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Flexible Schedule: Choose the shifts and days that fit your life.

• Great Experience: Perfect for students, early childhood educators, nursing students or those re-entering the workforce.

• Training & Support: Paid onboarding, CPR/First Aid training, and continuous learning opportunities.

• Community Impact: Make a difference for families who rely on dependable care during unexpected gaps.

• Competitive Pay: Earn competitive hourly wages with opportunities for ongoing assignments.

• YOU ARE CARING and COMPASSIONATE

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must obtain HCA You can go here to register: https://guardian.dss.ca.gov/applicant The PIN Number is E4SDTU. Register yourself with the California Department of Social Services ($35), background check ($70) and negative TB test)
  Must have your CPR/First Aid (we can help you get one at a subsidized cost).

• High school diploma or GED required; coursework in Early Childhood Education a plus.

• Experience caring for children or adults in a home, center, or school setting (minimum 6 months preferred).

• Ability to complete a background check (you will complete a livescan and background through Checkr), CPR/First Aid certification, and required online training.

• Friendly, reliable, and flexible — ready to adapt to different home or center environments.