Flexible Short-Shift Caregiver for Seniors

Visiting Angels; Sinking Spring (Berks County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Schedules

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Holiday Pay

Continued Education Provided

Supportive Staff

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Reading is hiring a Short Shift Caregiver to support seniors in the local area, including Sinking Spring, Reading, Wyomissing and more. The role offers flexible schedules, personal one-on-one care, and opportunities for growth while staying close to home.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, weekly pay, direct deposit, and ongoing education. Candidates must have a high school diploma and 6 months of care experience, with a background check and drug screen

Qualifications

• MUST have high school diploma or equivalent.
• MINIMUM of 6 months experience in caring for Seniors and/or Disabled Adults professionally or personally.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Reliable transportation to client visits is a MUST.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response.
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship.
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene.
• Managing light housekeeping.
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals.
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times.
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them).
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability).
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks.

Skills

Time management

Reliable transportation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Housekeeping

Cooking

Background check

First Aid

Emergency response

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Visiting Angels of Reading is hiring a Short Shift Caregiver to support seniors in the local area, including Sinking Spring, Reading, Wyomissing and more. The role offers flexible schedules, personal one-on-one care, and opportunities for growth while staying close to home.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, weekly pay, direct deposit, and ongoing education. Candidates must have a high school diploma and 6 months of care experience, with a background check and drug screen