A hired helper is someone who is employed to assist with a variety of tasks. The term can refer to a variety of different job descriptions, such as an AIDE, a HAND, or a MAID. An AIDE is someone who provides assistance to another person, often in a professional capacity. A HAND is someone who performs manual labor, such as cleaning or gardening. A MAID is someone who performs domestic duties, such as cleaning and cooking. All three of these job descriptions are commonly associated with the term 'hired helper'.