Best and Easy to get Jobs for Seniors
There are several jobs out there for the elderly looking to make some extra income. Jobs that aren’t too tasking or stressful, that also allow you to work part-time hours and earn a good living. Some jobs are in desperate need of employees. All it takes is finding these jobs and you just might get hired sooner than you expect. An online search for jobs suitable for seniors can help you find the right jobs more quickly.
Finding and applying to jobs that fit with your skillset and your interests is possible. Before you begin the application process, prepare your resume and go online to search for any of the following job openings;
Security Guard
Job openings for Security Guards are available at various places like elementary or high schools, hospitals, hotels, and companies as well. It is their responsibility to supervise certain activities of the workplace, enforce regulations associated with it, look out for crime and either catch or report rule-breakers. In addition, they are in charge of video surveillance systems and are accountable for what they see, hear and observe while on duty.
If they find themselves in difficult situations, it is their job to reach out to emergency services for support. Security Guards can receive on-the-job training and often need a high school diploma to apply. The majority of the buildings that have job openings for Security Guards are open 24/7, so Security Guards have a wide range of hours to pick from.
As stated by job website Indeed, the median estimate for an hourly wage is $15.39.1 With this value, you can earn an annual wage of close to $33,000. The general employment rate in this sector is expected to grow by 3% and the job outlook is very good as well.
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Delivery Driver
The demand for delivery drivers is currently on the rise and it could either be mail, packages/gift items, or food delivery. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), this sector is expected to grow by 5% between now and the year 2029, which is way above average.
All this job expects of you is to pick up and drop off items to customers as directed by your employer. Different companies have different delivery packages, depending on the service they offer. You must note however that this job is more physically demanding than other jobs because it requires a lot of driving and lifting. It is advised you consider this before you apply.
Explore the Internet and Find Current Job Openings
Seniors can find and apply to flexible and in-demand jobs anytime. Some jobs hire and train you immediately, all they require is a high school diploma and a proactive individual.
You can apply to do full-time or part-time jobs with little or no training, but always go through the requirements of the job you wish to apply for and be sure it’s one you are comfortable doing.
One delivery job that could be a bit comfortable to apply for is that of the food delivery apps like; Uber Eats, Postmates, or Instacart. You also have the liberty to choose the hours that are convenient for you and you can use your vehicle.
School Bus Driver
Being a bus driver for kids can be exciting, especially for seniors. This job requires you to pick kids to and from school daily and only when schools are in session, so you can get part-time hours and regular time off during weekends and holidays.
The requirements needed to apply for this job are a high school diploma and a commercial driver’s license. Individuals who wish to apply for this job must undergo a thorough background check and also pass the vision, hearing, and physical requirement test.
As a bus driver, you can afford to live a comfortable lifestyle. According to jobs website Salary.com the median annual for bus drivers as of 2022 was $36,137.2
Administrative Assistant
If you are good at communicating and very well organized, then the best fit for such a skill set would be an administrative assistant. This job doesn’t require you to perform any physically tasking duties, but rather you will spend most of the time responding to emails, answering phone calls, ensuring things are organized and in order, and assisting various departments in the office.
This is one job opening that you can find almost everywhere. You could apply to a school, legal chambers, hospital, government office, and a lot more. Seeing that it is an entry-level position, you must know how to perform basic tasks on a computer.
Depending on the company you apply to, you might be needed full-time or part-time. The median pay according to the jobs website salary.com is about $21/hour .3 You can either work in an office or even work from home if you can comfortably work phones and computers remotely.
1. https://www.indeed.com/career/security-guard/salaries
2. https://www.salary.com/research/salary/benchmark
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3. https://www.salary.com/research/salary/benchmark/
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