What are the responsibilities and job description for the In Home Caregiver - 6hr shifts - Waitsfield - $28/hr position at Preferred Care at Home of Champlain Valley?
Weekly Pay! Shifts Available in Waitsfield Immediately $28/hr
Preferred Care at Home is a trusted and compassionate provider of non-medical in-home care services. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients by providing professional, reliable, and personalized care. We prioritize our staff and their needs to ensure they are equipped to be successful.
We are looking for caring, dependable, and skilled individuals to join our team as In-Home Caregivers in the greater Burlington area. If you have a passion for helping others and enjoy making a positive difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you! Immediate assignments are available for part time or full time shifts!
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Assist clients with mobility and transfers, including the use of assistive devices if needed.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry, dishwashing, and tidying up living spaces.
- Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
- Offer companionship and engage in meaningful activities with clients.
- Monitor and report changes in the client’s health, behavior, or needs to the appropriate personnel.
- Provide medication reminders and ensure adherence to care plans.
- Accompany clients to appointments, errands, or social activities as needed.
What qualifications we look for:
- Previous caregiver experience (professional or personal) preferred but not required.
- Ability to follow care plans and communicate effectively with clients, families, and supervisors.
- Compassionate, patient, and reliable personality.
- Physical ability to perform caregiving tasks
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred (for certain clients).
- CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Weekly pay up to $28/hour
- Flexible schedules, full or part time available
- Local, supportive office staff available for support anytime
- One-on-One care with appreciative, respectful clients
- Advancement and ongoing training opportunities
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others
No formal training is required - We are glad to offer folks with the desire to learn and help elders a chance to break into the healthcare field. Relevant past jobs that would have offered you experience that is helpful to being a good caregiver include, but are not limited to, working in the restaurant or retail industry, teaching or nannying, housekeeping or maid services, ride share or taxi driving, social work and work with behaviorally challenged individuals.
Preferred Care at Home is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.