In-Home Caregiver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Flexible schedules

Holiday pay

Referral bonus

Mileage reimbursement

Monthly awards

Job summary

Happy to Help Caregiving in the United States seeks a Non-Medical Caregiver to provide in-home, one-on-one support. You will assist with daily living activities, offer companionship, and help create a safe, comfortable home environment.

No medical or nursing experience is required, though preferred. Flexible full-time, part-time, or PRN schedules, with weekly pay, training pay, and mileage reimbursement are offered.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old with valid identification and U.S. work authorization.
• Pass PA State Police criminal check and PA Child Abuse History clearance; FBI check if PA residency <2 years.
• Negative TB test before direct client contact.
• Pass direct care worker competency evaluation or state-approved training.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Able to follow written care plans and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one in-home care tailored to the client's needs.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene.
• Support mobility and fall prevention; assist transfers.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Provide medication reminders for pre-dispensed meds.
• Transport clients to appointments or social activities.
• Offer companionship and emotional support; maintain professional boundaries.

Skills

Personal Care

Mobility Support

Light Housekeeping

Meal Preparation

Transportation

Companionship

Professionalism & Boundaries

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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.
• Shifts That Fit: Days, Evenings, Weekdays, or Weekends
• 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 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).
• 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), valid driver's license, and reliable transportation.
• Care Capabilities: Comfortable assisting with personal care and physical mobility, and able to accurately follow written care plans and verbal instructions.
• Professionalism & Demeanor: Kind, patient, trustworthy, and respectful with reliable attendance and strong communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and staff.