Work environments
In-home care
Providing support in private residences, helping people maintain independence in their homes.
Residential care
Assisting residents in adult family homes and assisted living facilities with daily needs while fostering connection.
Skilled nursing facilities
Delivering specialized support in nursing homes for people requiring higher levels of care.
In-home care
Home care aides, paid family caregivers, and Nursing Assistants can work in this setting.
- As a caregiver providing in‑home care, you work one‑on‑one with people in their own homes.
- You help with daily needs like personal care, moving safely, meals, housework, and shopping.
- Your schedule is often flexible and depends on each client. You may support more than one client based on the hours you want to work.
Employers for in-home care
Home care agency
You can work for a home care agency by applying directly for a job with an agency in your area. The agency will supervise you and match you with clients.
Individual provider
As an Individual Provider, you would apply through the Consumer Direct Care Network of Washington. You can choose to work with someone you already know, such as an eligible family member or be matched with someone new.
After applying, you can register with Carina, a job-matching service that helps connect caregivers with clients who need support.
Home Care Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants can work in this setting.
- As a caregiver in residential care, you work in a licensed home where several people who need support live.
- You help residents with daily needs like personal care, moving safely, and meals.
- Jobs may be available on day, evening, overnight, or weekend shifts.
Employers for residential care
Adult family homes
You can work in small, private homes of 2-8 residents by applying directly to the adult home.
Assisted living facilities
You can work in these larger licensed facilities serving 8+ residents in a shared setting by applying directly to the facility.
Skilled nursing facilities
Certified nursing assistants can work in this setting.
- As a caregiver in a skilled nursing facility, you work in a licensed setting where many people live or stay for short‑term recovery.
- You help provide specialized care as part of a team that offers 24‑hour support.
- You may be able to work day, evening, night, or weekend shifts.
Employers for skilled nursing facilities
Skilled nursing facility
You can work at licensed nursing facilities by applying directly to the facility.
