Paid Caregiver Training Program | No Experience Required

Start a Rewarding Career Helping Seniors in Their Homes

Home Care Assistance of Albuquerque is now accepting applications for our upcoming Paid Caregiver Training Program. If you are compassionate, dependable, and looking for a meaningful career, we'll provide the training and support you need to become a successful professional caregiver.

No previous caregiving experience is required. We provide paid, instructor-led training, hands-on learning, shadow shifts, and ongoing mentorship to help you build confidence and succeed.

Training spots are limited. Applicants must complete an interview before acceptance into the program.

Training Program Details

Training Dates: August 17 – August 21

Training Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Paid Training: You will be paid for all training hours at your hired hourly rate of pay.

What We Offer

• Paid caregiver training
• No experience required
• Hands-on classroom instruction
• Shadow shifts with experienced caregivers
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship
• Flexible scheduling after successful completion of training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for CNA and Nursing programs
• Weekly pay access through Tapcheck
• Supportive local office team

Pay & Benefits

Starting Pay

• $15.00–$16.00 per hour

Additional Compensation

• $175 attendance bonus every payday
• Overtime opportunities available
• Raises after six months

Benefits Include

• 72% employer-paid medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life, and accident insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Mileage reimbursement between client visits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid continuing education and training

What You'll Learn

Our instructor-led training combines classroom education, hands-on practice, and real-world caregiver shadowing.

Training topics include:

• Personal care and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Professional caregiving skills
• HIPAA and confidentiality
• Fall prevention and home safety
• Safe transfers and mobility assistance
• Meal preparation and nutrition
• Dementia care fundamentals
• Communication and professionalism
• Abuse, neglect, and exploitation awareness
• Infection prevention and safety

Caregiver Responsibilities

After successfully completing training, caregivers may assist clients with:

• Personal care and hygiene
• Bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Meal preparation
• Medication reminders
• Mobility assistance
• Light housekeeping
• Transportation to appointments and errands
• Companionship and emotional support

Our caregivers work one-on-one with clients, helping older adults remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their own homes.

Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have a valid driver's license
• Have reliable transportation
• Provide current vehicle registration and active auto insurance
• Be available to work between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM
• Be available to work at least 30 hours per week after training
• Be willing to work assigned shifts, including weekends
• Have strong communication and professionalism
• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Successfully pass required background and drug screenings

Why Home Care Assistance?

Our caregivers make a meaningful difference every day by providing one-on-one support that allows seniors to remain in the comfort of their own homes. We invest in our caregivers through paid training, ongoing education, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

If you're ready to start a career where your work truly matters, apply today. Training spots are limited, and interviews are required before acceptance into the program.