Caregiver 9a to 3p Colchester

Preferred Care at Home of Champlain Valley; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible schedules

Supportive office staff

One-on-One care

Advancement and training opportunities

Paid sick time

401(k) match up to 3.5%

Job summary

Preferred Care at Home of Champlain Valley in Colchester is hiring in-home caregivers to support clients in the Greater Burlington Area. Immediate part-time or full-time shifts available, with weekly pay and a $300 sign-on bonus.

You will help with daily living, mobility, meals, companionship, and monitoring health, while following care plans and reporting changes to supervisors. No formal training required; compassionate, reliable helpers welcome.

Qualifications

• Caregiving experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow care plans and communicate with clients, families, and supervisors.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable personality.
• Physical ability to perform caregiving tasks.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Communication skills

Compassionate personality

Physical ability

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Weekly Pay! Shifts Available in the Greater Burlington Area $300 Sign On Bonus

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 Colchester. 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 caregiverexperience (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 that typically averages $25/hour
• Flexible schedules, full or part time available
• Local, supportive office staff available for support anytime
• One-on-Onecare with appreciative, respectful clients
• Advancement and ongoing training opportunities
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others

Why Preferred Care at Home
We don't just offer a job; we offer a supportive career path where you are valued and rewarded. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive Pay & 401(k) Match: Earn a dependable, competitive wage including weekly pay! Build your future with our 401(k) program, featuring a company match of up to 3.5%.
• Flexible, Consistent Scheduling: We work with your availability. Whether you have family commitments or a school schedule, we provide consistent hours that fit your life.
• Career-Building Training: Access our library of voluntary online caregiver courses. Earn professional certificates that you own and can use to enhance your resume and skill set.
• Excellence Rewards Program: Get recognized for your reliability! Earn points for on-time arrivals, employee referrals, and work milestones, then redeem them for cash rewards.
• Paid Sick Time: We take care of those who take care of others. Eligible employees accrue up to 40 hours of paid sick time per year.
• A Supportive Culture: From day one, you’ll be part of a team that celebrates your "above and beyond" moments and invests in your professional growth.

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.