Job Overview
This is a paid overnight sleep shift supporting my parents in their home in Long Beach. Our private residence is located in the CSULB / Seal Beach area. A private bedroom is provided, and the caregiver is expected to sleep overnight and respond only if assistance is needed or if my mother's continuous glucose monitor (CGM) alarm sounds.
The primary focus at this time is overnight support for my mother, who is insulin-dependent and wears a FreeStyle Libre CGM with real-time alerts. Family members also receive these alerts and are available by phone if additional guidance is needed. This position does not require making insulin dosing decisions or exercising independent medical judgment. The caregiver will follow a written care protocol developed by our family and her physician.
The initial schedule is Thursday through Saturday nights (approximately 24 hours per week), with the opportunity for additional overnight shifts or expanded responsibilities in the future for the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Remain overnight in the home during scheduled sleep shifts.
- Respond promptly if the CGM (Libre) alarm sounds or if assistance is requested.
- Follow the family's written protocol for responding to blood sugar episodes.
- Stay with and observe my mother until her condition has stabilized.
- Provide general overnight supervision and support as needed.
- Communicate any concerns or changes in condition to designated family members.
- Call emergency services when directed by the written protocol or if a medical emergency occurs.
- Complete a brief shift log documenting any overnight events or concerns.
- Maintain a safe, calm, respectful, and supportive environment throughout the overnight shift.
Employment Requirements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Successfully complete a criminal background check.
- Successfully complete professional and personal reference verification.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding the family's personal, medical, and financial information.
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire).
- Willingness to complete a paid orientation and training period, including instruction on the family's written overnight care protocols.
Competitive hourly compensation based on experience. We are seeking a long-term caregiver and value professionalism, reliability, and continuity of care.
Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work overnight shifts on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday on a consistent basis?
- Have you previously worked overnight or sleep shifts as a caregiver?
- How many years of experience do you have providing in-home care to seniors?
- Are you willing to undergo a criminal background check and reference verification as a condition of employment?
- What interests you about this overnight caregiver position, and why do you believe you would be a good fit for our family? (2–3 sentences)
- are you able to reliably commute to the job?
Work Location: In person
