In-Home Caregiver

Happy to Help Caregiving; Connellsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Daily pay option

Paid training

Flexible schedule (FT, PT, PRN)

Holiday pay (1.5x)

Referral bonus $100

Mileage reimbursement

Monthly awards

Job summary

Happy to Help Caregiving is hiring a Non-Medical Caregiver (Direct Care Worker) to provide in-home, one-on-one support. You will assist with ADLs, offer companionship, and ensure a safe, comfortable home environment for clients in Fayette & Greene Counties.

No medical or nursing experience is required, though it is preferred; training is provided and pay starts at $15.00–$17.00 per hour with weekly pay and an occasional daily pay option.

Qualifications

• Age 18+ with valid ID and U.S. work authorization.
• PA state clearances: PA State Police; PA Child Abuse History clearance; FBI fingerprint if PA resident <2 years.
• Negative TB screening before direct client contact.
• Direct care worker competency evaluation or onboarding training.
• High school diploma or equivalent; reliable transportation.
• Ability to assist with personal care and mobility up to 25 lbs.
• Professionalism, dependability, and strong communication with clients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, hygiene).
• Support mobility (walking, fall prevention, transfers).
• Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and organization.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals; assist with feeding if needed.
• Provide medication reminders for pre-dispensed meds.
• Transport clients to appointments, grocery shopping, and outings.
• Offer companionship through conversations, games, and emotional support.
• Care in private residences with one-on-one attention.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Reliability

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As Fayette & Greene County’s premier non-medical in-home care provider , we empower seniors, veterans, and adults with disabilities to live safely and independently at home. We deliver compassionate 1-on-1 support. including companionship, personal care, and respite services— for Fayette & Green Counties. Grounded in trust, respect, and meaningful connection, our caregivers bring peace of mind to families and genuine heart to our community. Step into a career that truly matters.

About the Role

As a Non-Medical Caregiver (Direct Care Worker) For Happy To Help Caregiving, you will provide essential in-home one on one support to our clients. You will assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), provide meaningful companionship, and ensure a safe and comfortable environment. No medical or nursing experience is required, (But preferred)

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour (Weekly pay + Daily Pay option!)
• Paid Training: Get paid for your orientation.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN.
• Premium Holiday Pay: Earn time-and-a-half (1.5x) for holiday shifts worked
• $100 Referral Bonus: Bring other great caregivers and get rewarded.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Fully reimbursed driving for client errands and appointments.
• Monthly Awards: Prize drawings, Employee of the Month (EOTM), raffles, and more.

What You'll Do

Depending on the client's needs and individualized care plan, your daily duties may include:

• Personal Care Assistance: Help with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Mobility Support: Assist with walking, Fall Prevention, transferring (e.g., from bed to wheelchair)
• Household Duties: Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and organization.
• Meal Preparation: Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding if necessary.
• Medication Reminders: Remind clients to take their pre-dispensed, non-intravenous medications.
• Transportation & Errands: Drive clients to appointments, grocery shopping, or social outings.
• Companionship: Engage in conversations, play games, and provide emotional support.
• Environment: One-on-one care provided in private residences.

Note:

You will help create a safe, respectful, and positive experience for every client by showing up on time, maintaining professional boundaries, and treating every home you enter with care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Prior to employment, all applicants must complete or provide:

• Age & ID: 18+ years old with valid Photo identification and U.S. work authorization.
• Clearances: Pass a PA State Police criminal check and PA Child Abuse History clearance. (Note: An FBI fingerprint check is also required if you have lived in PA for less than 2 years).
  (Employment is contingent upon clean results that comply with the Older Adults Protective Services Act)
• Health: Negative TB screening (2-step PPD, QuantiFERON blood test, or chest X-ray) before direct client contact.
• Training: Pass a direct care worker competency evaluation or state-approved training (provided by our agency during onboarding).
• Education/Logistics: High school diploma (or equivalent),and reliable transportation.
• Care Capabilities: Comfortable assisting with personal care and physical mobility (ability to lift, push, or pull up to or over 25Ibs)
• Professionalism & Demeanor: Kind, patient, trustworthy, and respectful with reliable attendance and strong communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and staff..

Happy to Help Caregiving is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.