Care Assistant Jobs in Delaware
Care Assistant jobs in Delaware are in steady demand, concentrated in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and assisted living communities throughout the state. The strongest hiring activity is in and around Wilmington, Dover, and Newark, where established employers such as ChristianaCare, Bayada Home Health Care, and Genesis Healthcare maintain ongoing needs for care assistants at entry through senior support levels. Memory care and post-acute rehabilitation support are among the most consistently sought specializations in Delaware. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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ChristianaCare's Primary Care at New Castle practice is looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized Medical Office Assistant I with strong communication skills and the ability to proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
ChristianaCare's Primary Care at New Castle offers primary medical care for adults. Providing quality healthcare services including Immunizations, Physical examinations, Minor medical procedures and Lab services on-site.
New Castle | ChristianaCare
The Medical Office Assistant I schedules appointments with attention to insurance, greets patients while collecting necessary information, and processes referrals while maintaining confidentiality.
Work Schedule:
- Mondays- Fridays: 8am- 5pm
- No weekends or holidays.
- The Office Assistant will be included in a rotating work schedule with start times of 7:00am; 8:00am; 8:30am. Schedule will be discussed during Manager interviews.
Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare
- Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage:
Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities. - Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time. - Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement. - Grow Your Family with Confidence
We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care. - Paid Parental Leave
Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service. - Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being
Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.
Duties / Responsibilities:
The Medical Office Assistant I handles payments, verifies insurance coverage, coordinates referrals, and reconciles daily appointments and payments. They manage communications by answering calls, relaying messages, and using EMR systems to coordinate with providers and staff. The role includes updating patients, scheduling tests and appointments, maintaining medical records, resolving patient issues, supporting administrative tasks, and following safety protocols, with additional duties as needed.
Position Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or GED required.
- Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required.
Why ChristianaCare
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? As a Medical Office Assistant I, you’ll play a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring a smooth, positive experience for patients and staff. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellent service and care.
When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.
#LI-RT1
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
EEO Statement: ChristianaCare Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
ChristianaCare's Primary Care at New Castle practice is looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized Medical Office Assistant I with strong communication skills and the ability to proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment.
ChristianaCare's Primary Care at New Castle offers primary medical care for adults. Providing quality healthcare services including Immunizations, Physical examinations, Minor medical procedures and Lab services on-site.
New Castle | ChristianaCare
The Medical Office Assistant I schedules appointments with attention to insurance, greets patients while collecting necessary information, and processes referrals while maintaining confidentiality.
Work Schedule:
- Mondays- Fridays: 8am- 5pm
- No weekends or holidays.
- The Office Assistant will be included in a rotating work schedule with start times of 7:00am; 8:00am; 8:30am. Schedule will be discussed during Manager interviews.
Why You’ll Love Working at ChristianaCare
- Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage:
Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities. - Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time. - Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement. - Grow Your Family with Confidence
We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care. - Paid Parental Leave
Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service. - Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being
Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.
Duties / Responsibilities:
The Medical Office Assistant I handles payments, verifies insurance coverage, coordinates referrals, and reconciles daily appointments and payments. They manage communications by answering calls, relaying messages, and using EMR systems to coordinate with providers and staff. The role includes updating patients, scheduling tests and appointments, maintaining medical records, resolving patient issues, supporting administrative tasks, and following safety protocols, with additional duties as needed.
Position Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or GED required.
- Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required.
Why ChristianaCare
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? As a Medical Office Assistant I, you’ll play a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring a smooth, positive experience for patients and staff. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellent service and care.
When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.
#LI-RT1
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
EEO Statement: ChristianaCare Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Where Delaware roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Care Assistant Job Market in Delaware
A snapshot from current Delaware openings, updated as new roles post.
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What Delaware Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Delaware.
- Valid Delaware Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred or required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent accepted by most Delaware employers
- Prior experience in a residential care, assisted living, or home health setting
- Ability to pass a criminal background check per Delaware health facility regulations
- Current CPR and first aid certification from an accredited provider
- Valid driver's license for positions requiring community or home-based client visits
Care Assistant Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care assistant in Delaware?
Most Delaware employers prefer or require candidates to hold a Certified Nursing Assistant credential, which is issued through the Delaware Division of Long-Term Care Residents Protection. To earn it, complete a state-approved CNA training program and pass the Delaware Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation. Some entry-level care assistant roles do not require CNA certification but will expect candidates to obtain it within a set period of employment.
Which companies hire care assistants in Delaware?
Companies currently hiring care assistants in Delaware include ChristianaCare, Nemours Children's Health, and SYNERGY HomeCare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Delaware's concentration of long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and hospital-affiliated post-acute units means hiring activity is relatively consistent throughout the year.
Which Delaware cities have the most care assistant jobs?
Newark, Wilmington, and Millsboro are the Delaware cities with the most care assistant openings. Wilmington leads because it is the state's largest population center and home to major health systems including ChristianaCare, while Dover and Newark draw significant demand from state government health facilities, university-affiliated care programs, and the regional assisted living and memory care communities serving those metro areas.
Are there remote care assistant jobs in Delaware?
Yes, but they're rare. Care assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, so the overwhelming majority of Delaware openings require in-person presence at a facility, private home, or residential community. About 0% of care assistant openings tied to Delaware are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to cover care coordination, scheduling support, or telephonic check-in roles rather than direct patient assistance.
How can I get hired as a care assistant in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly for a CNA trainee or patient care technician role at a Delaware long-term care facility, many of which sponsor on-the-job training and cover the cost of state certification. ChristianaCare and Genesis Healthcare facilities in Delaware have hired candidates from adjacent roles such as home health aide or personal care attendant. Completing a short Delaware Division of Long-Term Care Residents Protection-approved training program and obtaining CPR certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge over those who are entirely uncredentialed.
Where can I find and apply to care assistant jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to care assistant jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and availability, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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