Caregiver for Senior in Mainz, Germany
At a glance
Key facts about this assignment
- Place of work
- Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
- Start date
- 2 November 2026
- Pay
- €2,400 net per month
- German
- Good
- You talk freely with the senior and the family, also on the phone (e.g. booking appointments).
- Driving licence
- Not required
- Employment
- Employment contract (umowa o pracę) or civil-law contract (umowa zlecenie) with Centrum Eurokontakt, posted to Germany with an A1 certificate from ZUS
- Support
- A permanent coordinator for the whole assignment
How much will you earn for the whole stay?
The calculator converts this rate into 6, 8 or 12 weeks and into Polish złoty.
We are looking for a dedicated caregiver for an elderly gentleman in the central part of Mainz, Germany. The senior uses a wheelchair and requires full assistance with transfers, utilizing a patient lift. Help with daily personal hygiene, dressing, and toilet assistance is necessary.
The gentleman is sociable and calm, with mild, early-stage memory issues. He eats and drinks independently, but fluid intake should be monitored. Household tasks, including laundry, vacuuming, cooking, and occasional shopping, are also part of the responsibilities.
A separate apartment is provided for the caregiver, located directly opposite the senior's residence. This apartment is equipped with a bathroom and kitchen, ensuring privacy and comfort. An elevator is available in the building.
The assignment starts on November 2, 2026. We are seeking a person with good German language skills who values harmonious and respectful care.
Requirements
- Good command of German language
- Experience in elderly care, including mild dementia
- Willingness to assist with transfers using a lift
- Non-smoker
- Empathy and patience
What to expect
What this assignment means in practice
The key points from this assignment's description and how to prepare for them.
Memory problems or dementia
A steady daily routine, short and calm sentences and patience with repeated questions all help. You can talk through difficult situations with your permanent coordinator.
Wheelchair and transfers
Transfers are about technique, not strength. Before you travel, ask which aids the household has, such as a hoist, a care bed or a transfer board.
Non-smoker
The family expects a non-smoker or smoking only outside the house. Say openly in your application whether you smoke — it makes matching easier.
Open to men
This offer is also open to male caregivers. Describe your experience in caring for older people in your application.
Location
Where you will work
Place of work: Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate (Germany).
Rhineland-Palatinate lies in western Germany and borders France, Luxembourg and Belgium. Its capital is Mainz.
Applying
How to apply
Send your application
Click “Apply for this position” and leave your contact details, or call our recruiter.
Talk to a recruiter
A recruiter will contact you, ask about your experience and your German, and go through the details of this assignment.
Contract and departure
You sign an employment contract or a civil-law contract with Centrum Eurokontakt and receive an A1 certificate. A permanent coordinator supports you for the whole assignment.
Questions and answers
Who is my employer?
Centrum Eurokontakt. You sign your contract directly with us — an employment contract (umowa o pracę) or a civil-law contract (umowa zlecenie). We also employ Ukrainian citizens.
Do I get an A1 certificate on a civil-law contract too?
Yes. You are posted to Germany, and you receive an A1 certificate from ZUS on both an employment contract and a civil-law contract (umowa zlecenie).
Is the pay in the advert net?
Yes. We state pay in euros net per month.
Who supports me during the assignment?
You have a permanent coordinator to talk to about anything related to the assignment. Centrum Eurokontakt also runs a German course for caregivers (taught in Polish).
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