Hiring Caregivers! (Healthcare Students, Gain PAID Hands-On Experience) in Dothan, Alabama at FirstLight Home Care of Dothan

Going to school for healthcare? Start gaining hands-on caregiving experience now.

FirstLight Home Care is hiring dependable, compassionate caregivers in the Dothan/Wiregrass area. If you’re currently enrolled in a CNA, LPN, RN, nursing, or other healthcare program—or recently completed one—we’d love to meet you.

CNA certification is NOT required.

This can be a great opportunity for students who want paid, hands-on experience caring for seniors and adults while continuing their education.

What You’ll Do

You’ll work one-on-one with clients in their homes and may assist with:

* Bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting

* Mobility and fall prevention

* Meal preparation and feeding assistance

* Companionship and emotional support

* Medication reminders

* Light housekeeping related to client care

* Transportation when needed

This is hands-on caregiving. We’re looking for people who are comfortable helping with personal care and genuinely enjoy helping others.

Who We’re Looking For..

You may be a great fit if you are:

* Currently enrolled in or recently completed a CNA, LPN, RN, nursing, or healthcare-related program

* Interested in gaining real-world caregiving experience

* Dependable and able to consistently show up for scheduled shifts

* Comfortable providing hands-on personal care

* Professional, compassionate, and willing to learn

* Able to work every other weekend

* Able to pass a background check and drug screen

* Comfortable working in homes with pets

* Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Previous professional caregiving experience is preferred, but not required for the right candidate.

Schedule:

We offer shifts throughout the week, including:

* Daytime: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

* Overnight: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM

* Shifts generally range from 4–12 hours

* Every other weekend availability is required

We’ll consider your school schedule and availability when matching you with clients. Caregivers with greater availability generally have more opportunities for consistent hours.

Pay & Benefits:

* $12.00–$14.00 per hour

* Loyalty bonuses at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year

* PTO accrual

* Health, dental & vision insurance

* Employee referral bonus program

Start Building Your Caregiving Experience

If you’re pursuing a career in healthcare and want meaningful, paid experience working one-on-one with people who need your help, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today to join FirstLight Home Care of Dothan.