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Caregiver for Kupuna

Kapaa, HI

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Discover Rewarding Work as a Personal Care Aide Are you looking for a meaningful career, where you ... your kupuna. At BAYADA, we seek people who share our passion for caring and are committed to ...

Cook

Koloa, HI · On-site

$24.40 - $25.75/hr

Our vision is to transform how healthcare is provided throughout Hawaii. The Position: We're looking for passionate Cooks to create memories with our Kupuna by preparing, cooking, and serving ...

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Dietary Aide

Lihue, HI · On-site

$20.10 - $20.86/hr

Our vision is to transform how healthcare is provided throughout Hawaii. The Position: We're looking for passionate Dietary Aide / Cook Assistant to create memories with our Kupuna by preparing ...

Social SVCS Asst

Koloa, HI · On-site

$23.70 - $26.27/hr

... Kupuna's psychosocial, emotional, environmental, spiritual, and support needs to develop a plan of care. Responsibilities include: * Assists with counseling and crisis intervention to facilitate ...

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How much do kupuna care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for kupuna care in the United States is $28.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $28.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Kupuna Care?

Kupuna Care is a program in Hawaii designed to support older adults, known as 'kupuna,' by providing services that help them live independently in their homes and communities. The program offers assistance such as meal delivery, transportation, personal care, homemaker services, and case management. Kupuna Care aims to improve the quality of life for seniors and reduce the need for institutional care by offering practical support tailored to individual needs.

What is the difference between Kupuna Care vs Home Health Aide?

AspectKupuna CareHome Health Aide
CredentialsTypically requires certification or training in elder careRequires certification or training in personal care and health assistance
Work EnvironmentAssists elderly in their homes or care facilitiesProvides in-home health support or assists in healthcare settings
Employer & IndustrySenior care agencies, community programs, healthcare providersHome health agencies, hospitals, private families

Kupuna Care and Home Health Aide roles both focus on providing care to individuals, especially seniors. Kupuna Care emphasizes elder-specific support, often involving companionship and assistance with daily activities, while Home Health Aides typically provide medical and health-related services. Both roles require certification and are vital in the healthcare and senior care industries, but Kupuna Care is more centered on elder well-being in community or home settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Kupuna Care Provider, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Kupuna Care Provider, you need a foundational understanding of elder care practices, basic healthcare knowledge, and often a certification in caregiving or home health assistance. Familiarity with care management systems, mobility aids, and first aid procedures is typically required. Compassion, patience, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills help build trust and provide respectful, personalized support to seniors. These skills and qualities are vital to ensuring the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of elderly clients in their daily lives.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in Kupuna Care, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in Kupuna Care often encounter challenges such as managing the diverse needs of aging clients, balancing emotional demands, and coordinating with family members and healthcare providers. Effective communication, ongoing training, and strong organizational skills are key to overcoming these challenges. Many organizations provide support through mentorship, regular team meetings, and access to resources that help staff stay updated on best practices and caregiving techniques.
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What states have the most Kupuna Care jobs? States with the most job openings for Kupuna Care jobs include:
Infographic showing various Kupuna Care job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,437 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Discover Rewarding Work as a Caregiver in Honolulu, Aina Haina, Hawaii Kai, and more. Come see why we were voted top provider on Oahu TWO YEARS in a row!

Pay rates starting at $20 per hour and up to $25 per hour with weekly pay, an awesome team to support you, and countless other benefits. Come make a difference in the lives of others!

While you support clients one-on-one with activities of daily living, we’ll support you with training, flexibility, and a team dedicated to creating a great employee experience. We are currently recruiting for a Personal Care Aide (PCA) to reliably serve patients all over Oahu to support our kupuna!

What you’ll do:

As a BAYADA Caregiver, you’ll have the opportunity to develop close relationships with your clients while you help them with:

  • Activities of daily living: bathing, grooming, toileting, nail care, etc.
  • Household support: light housekeeping, laundry, bed making etc.
  • Meal preparation and feeding
  • Range of motion/exercises
  • Assisting with ambulation (Transfers/use of mechanical lifting devices)
  • Medication reminders

What makes you a great candidate:

  • Previous home health care or patient care preferred, but not required. We will train you!
  • A passion for caregiving and a desire to help others.
  • A commitment to being present and providing quality care.
  • Empathy, patience, kindness, and respect.
  • Ability to travel to clients’ homes as assigned.
  • The commitment to deliver patient care as you would want those you love to be treated, with compassion, excellence, and reliability – The BAYADA Way.

Why you’ll love what you do at BAYADA

As a mission-driven, not-for-profit organization, we are committed to providing patients with the highest-quality care, enabling them to live safely at home with comfort, independence, and dignity. And we are just as dedicated to your satisfaction and success.

As a BAYADA Personal Care Aide, you’ll enjoy:

  • 24/7 clinical support
  • Weekly pay
  • Being part of a larger care team so you’ll never feel alone.
  • Flexible schedules for work/life balance: full-time, part-time, per-diem, and on-call.
  • Short commute times – we try to match you to opportunities near you
  • One-on-one patient care
  • PTO and benefits offerings as eligible
  • Career advancement support including ongoing training and scholarships
  • The highest safety standards

Requirements:

No experience, no problem! We will Train you to become a Home Health Aide (Driver's license and car required for non-experience candidates)

  • Minimum one-year work verifiable experience
  • Or a CNA certification

As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates.

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.


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About Bayada Home Healthcare

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BAYADA has a special purpose: to help people of all ages have a safe home life with comfort, independence, and dignity. We believe our clients and their families deserve the highest quality home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and reliability - our core values, affording them the opportunity to remain at home and receive the medical care required.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Moorestown, NJ, US

Year founded

1975