Seniors Services jobs in Coquitlam, BC

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Co-Habitating Caregivers/Household Managing Team to join a private household. These roles involve providing personalized care, managing household operations, and ensuring a comfortable, organized living environment. The ideal candidates will be proactive, reliable, and capable of balancing caregiving responsibilities with household management duties in a collaborative setting.

A beautiful and separate carriage suite will be provided (3-bedroom, shared between the two caregivers).

Our best candidates would be a couple (friends, family, or co-workers) who would be working alternating shifts.

About Our Family:

We are seeking a dedicated, professional, and warm couple to provide companionship, light care, and household management for our independent 96-year-old mother-in-law. She lives on our property in a fully accessible, private seniors' suite attached to our single-family home. We live right next door, but we want to ensure she has consistent, dedicated support on-site. Because we require 7-day coverage, we are hiring a team of two people to share the responsibilities cleanly, ensuring both individuals get ample, legally compliant rest and privacy.

Shift Structure & Predictable Evenings:

We respect your personal time and structure our schedule to prevent caregiver burnout.

Active Day Blocks:

Daily active hours are generally 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Breakfast, lunch, morning cleaning) and 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Dinner prep and evening transition).

The 8:00 PM Hand-Off: A public Health Authority worker arrives every night at 8:00 PM to handle the bedtime routine. At 8:00 PM, your active shift ends cleanly, and you are free to retreat to the carriage house for the evening.

Overnight On-call: One team member will be on-call each night for occasional wake-ups.

7-Day Rotational Coverage: The couple will coordinate schedules to ensure one person is always "on duty/standby" while the other is completely off the clock, guaranteeing both individuals get their legal, consecutive weekly rest periods.

-

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities such as (3 daily) meal preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry to maintain a clean and welcoming home environment
• Provide companionship and emotional support to household members, fostering a positive atmosphere
• Manage household schedules, appointments, and errands to ensure smooth daily operations
• Oversee household supplies and inventory, including grocery shopping and organizing necessary items
• Support health and wellness routines, including medication reminders or assistance as needed
• Coordinate with healthcare providers or service professionals when required
• Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy at all times
• Adapt to changing needs of household members with flexibility and professionalism

-

Qualifications

• Prior experience in caregiving, household management, or related roles is preferred
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively
• Compassionate nature with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a household setting
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license are required
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive situations discreetly and professionally
• Must be punctual, dependable, and committed to providing high-quality support

-

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

-One member of the team must have a must hold a valid BC Health Care Assistant (HCA), Resident Care Attendant (RCA), or equivalent certificate to lead medication assistance and care oversight.

-Clear Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (required for both individuals prior to hiring).

-Valid BC Driver’s License with a clean driving record (access to a vehicle for grocery shopping/appointments is an asset).

COMPENSATION:

Competitive hourly wage of $20-35/hr DOE (separate payrolls), a private, separate carriage suite which includes full utilities (minus legal room & board deduction ($325/month per person)).

The Accommodation (Your Home): The successful team will have exclusive, private use of a beautiful, fully detached 3-bedroom carriage house located steps away from the main home and senior suite. Includes all major appliances, independent living space, and total privacy. Rent and all utilities (hydro, gas, high-speed internet) are included as a benefit of employment (subject to standard BC ESA room and board deductions of $325/month per person).

Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Caregiving: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person