Personal Assistant Companion Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Immediate openings in San Mateo, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Woodside areas. 
Become a Personal Assistant Companionship Caregiver with TheKey and earn TOP PAY RATES of $25-$28 per hour while building a meaningful career in a growing industry! 

• Must be able to drive clients to appointments
• TOP PAY RATES - $25-$28 per hour
• Shifts available Mon-Sun (4-hour & 6-hour)
• Part-time role with opportunity for growth
• Personal Assistant and Companionship Care duties listed below

TheKey is the largest provider of private pay in-home care for aging seniors in North America. As an Employer of Choice, our dedicated local teams provide exceptional support to our caregivers while they transform the lives of aging adults. 

JOIN TODAY AND HELP US CHANGE THE WAY THE WORLD AGES!

Why join TheKey?

• Flexible Schedules
• Highly Competitive Pay Rates - starting at $25 per hour
• Weekly Pay with optional Daily Pay through PayActiv
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Training - Virtual/Online/Hands-On classes
• Referral Bonuses paid through Caribou
• 24/7 Caregiver Support & local management
• Career development opportunities
  

Locations

• San Mateo, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Woodside area
  

Schedule

• Part-time (3-4 days per week to start)
• 4-hour, 6-hour, and 8-hour shifts
• Monday-Sunday flexibility (weekend availability is highly preferred) 

As a Personal Assistant & Companion Caregiver for TheKey, you will provide 1:1 support that blends meaningful companionship with practical personal assistant duties in the client’s home and community:

• Companionship & Social Engagement: Provide friendly companionship, conversation, games, puzzles, and emotional support. Accompany clients to social events, stores, outings, and appointments.
• Personal Assistant Duties: Help organize calendars, schedule appointments, make plans and follow through, run errands, and assist with grocery shopping.
• Light Housekeeping: Perform basic cleaning, laundry, organizing, and other tasks to help keep the household running smoothly.
• Transportation: Drive clients safely to appointments, social activities, stores, and errands (valid driver’s license and auto insurance required).
• Mobility Support: Provide light transfer and mobility assistance as needed.
• Communication: Act as a reliable point of contact with excellent communication skills to coordinate with family members and other care team members.

This role starts with a strong focus on companionship and personal assistance but offers opportunities for growth into memory care as client needs evolve. Each client’s needs are unique, so duties may be tailored to the specific situation while always prioritizing dignity, respect, and quality of life.

At TheKey, we pride ourselves on hiring compassionate caregivers who meet the following eligibility requirements: 

• Ideal Candidates will have previous experience in caregiving/companion roles, strong personal assistant or household management skills, a compassionate heart, and a proactive, organized approach.
  
• At least 18 years of age
• HCA Registration with the State of California (we can help you obtain this upon hire) including meeting state background requirements
• Valid driver’s license, with access to a fully insured personal vehicle 
• TB Clearance or Chest X-Ray

At TheKey, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect while providing a white glove experience for our clients to promote a healthy mind, body and spirit. Our caregivers are compassionate, innovative and dedicated to providing the quality of life our seniors deserve. Join us today and make a difference for seniors in your community! 

Caregivers must comply with state background screening requirements and must be eligible to work in the US. Certain additional eligibility requirements, compensation, benefits and bonuses vary by state and location, so please ask for complete details at your interview. 

In accordance with Article 2 of the California Health and Safety Code - California Community Care Facilities Act, TheKey requires timely and accurate positive fingerprint identification of applicants as a condition of employment. If an applicant has been convicted of a non-exemptible crime, and in compliance with all applicable state and local laws, their conditional offer will be rescinded.