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Private Duty Companion

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Life Care Services

Private Duty Companion

Hoover, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Heritage at Irene Woods

Private Duty Companion

Hoover, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Life Care Services

Private Duty Companion

Hoover, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Cypress Village

Private Duty Companion

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Life Care

Private Duty Companion

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Asbury Village

Private Duty Companion

Hoover, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

LCS

Private Duty Companion

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

The Arlington of Naples

Private Duty Companion

Hoover, AL · On-site

$12.50/hr

We're looking for compassionate, dependable Private Duty Companions who are ready to bring comfort, dignity, and joy to the lives of seniors. Whether you're helping with daily activities, offering ...

Celestial Private Homecare LLC

COMPANION SITTER

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Companion Sitters Celestial Private Homecare is hiring caring and compassionate Companion Sitters to provide emotional support, companionship, and supervision for clients in their homes. Employment ...

The Solana Doylestown

Companion

The Villages, FL · On-site

$14/hr

Private Duty Caregivers - Companion - Per Diem Location: 1550 El Camino Real, The Villages, FL 32159 Pay Rate: Companion: Starting at $14.00/hr At Freedom Pointe , you're not just taking a job -- you ...

Life Care Services

Companion

The Villages, FL · On-site

$14/hr

Private Duty Caregivers - Companion - Per Diem Location: 1550 El Camino Real, The Villages, FL 32159 Pay Rate: Companion: Starting at $14.00/hr At Freedom Pointe , you're not just taking a job - you ...

Life Care Services

Companion

The Villages, FL · On-site

$14/hr

Private Duty Caregivers - Companion - Per Diem Location: 1550 El Camino Real, The Villages, FL 32159 Pay Rate: Companion: Starting at $14.00/hr At Freedom Pointe , you're not just taking a job - you ...

Life Care Services

Companion

The Villages, FL · On-site

$14/hr

Private Duty Caregivers - Companion - Per Diem Location: 1550 El Camino Real, The Villages, FL 32159 Pay Rate: Companion: Starting at $14.00/hr At Freedom Pointe , you're not just taking a job - you ...

Heritage at Irene Woods

Companion

The Villages, FL

$14/hr

Private Duty Caregivers - Companion - Per Diem Location: 1550 El Camino Real, The Villages, FL 32159 Pay Rate: Companion: Starting at $14.00/hr At Freedom Pointe , you're not just taking a job - you ...

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How much do private companion jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for private companion in the United States is $16.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a private companion?

Private companions are individuals who provide personal care, support, and companionship to clients, often elderly or those with disabilities, in their own homes or residential settings. Their duties may include assisting with daily activities, offering emotional support, helping with errands, and sometimes light housekeeping. Unlike medical professionals, private companions do not provide medical care but focus on improving the quality of life and independence of their clients. Their presence can reduce feelings of loneliness and help clients maintain a sense of normalcy and dignity.

How does a private companion typically coordinate with family members and healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for their client?

A Private Companion often acts as a key liaison between the client, their family, and healthcare providers. Regular communication is essential—companions may attend medical appointments, relay updates to family members, and help implement care plans prescribed by professionals. This collaborative approach ensures the client’s needs are met holistically and any changes in health or preferences are promptly addressed. Building trust and clear communication channels is vital for providing consistent, high-quality support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a private companion, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Private Companion, you need a background in caregiving, basic first aid, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling software, communication devices, and sometimes CPR certification is typically required. Patience, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills help build trust and rapport with clients, especially the elderly or those with special needs. These skills are crucial for providing safe, reliable, and emotionally supportive care tailored to each client's unique requirements.

How do you become a private companion?

To become a private companion, individuals typically need strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and discretion. Relevant experience in caregiving, hospitality, or customer service can be beneficial, and some roles may require background checks or certifications depending on the employer. Building a professional network and understanding client needs are also important steps in entering this field.
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Private Companion Caregiver for Prominent Elderly Couple - Palm Beach Gardens, FL

SOFLO Domestics

Palm Beach Gardens, FL • On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

A private family in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, is seeking an experienced, warm, and professional Full-Time Companion Caregiver to support an elderly husband and wife, ages 90 and 88.
The couple is largely self-sufficient but requires assistance with daily activities, personal routines, meal preparation, transportation, and companionship. The husband has early-stage dementia, so the ideal candidate must have previous experience supporting seniors with dementia or other memory-related conditions.
This is a long-term opportunity with a high-net-worth family that values professionalism, discretion, patience, and privacy.
Schedule and Living Arrangement
The family is open to either of the following arrangements:
  • A live-in candidate who can work 5 to 6 six days per week
  • A live-out candidate who lives near Palm Beach Gardens and has the flexibility to stay overnight when needed

The couple spends approximately May through October in Michigan and October through April in Florida. The ideal candidate must be willing and able to travel with them to Michigan during the summer months.
Responsibilities
  • Provide companionship and daily support to both seniors
  • Assist with daily activities and ensure their routines are followed
  • Provide some assistance with dressing and personal care
  • Prepare meals and assist with kitchen cleanup
  • Care for and organize the couple's personal wardrobes
  • Accompany them to doctors' appointments and other engagements
  • Drive the couple to appointments, errands, and grocery shopping
  • Assist with grocery shopping and other household errands
  • Provide support and supervision for the husband due to early-stage dementia
  • Monitor changes in routine, behavior, or general well-being
  • Travel with the couple between Florida and Michigan
  • Maintain confidentiality and respect the family's privacy
  • Perform additional companion-care duties as needed

Requirements
  • Previous professional companion or caregiver experience
  • Experience working with elderly individuals
  • Experience supporting individuals with dementia or memory-related conditions
  • Caregiver-related training/certifications (CNA, HHA, CPR/First Aid, or similar) preferred
  • Valid driver's license and a safe driving record
  • Comfortable driving seniors to appointments and errands
  • Willing and able to travel to Michigan for several months each year
  • Live-In preferred or Flexible to stay overnight when needed
  • Warm, patient, caring, and attentive
  • Professional in appearance and demeanor
  • Highly discreet and respectful of privacy
  • Dependable, trustworthy, and organized
  • Open to a long-term, full-time commitment

The ideal candidate will have a calm and caring presence, excellent judgment, and the ability to support the couple while allowing them to maintain as much independence as possible.
Compensation and Benefits
Excellent compensation and benefits package, commensurate with experience and the final schedule.

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