In Home Personal Aide

Visiting Angels - Reading, PA; Temple (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Holiday pay

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Reading is hiring an In Home Personal Aide to provide compassionate, one-on-one care for seniors in their homes across Temple and surrounding areas.

The role offers flexible schedules, weekly pay, health benefits, and ongoing education to support high-quality home care. Strong interpersonal skills and reliability are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation to client visits is required.
• Excellent time-management and communication skills are essential.
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks is expected.
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Encourage and assist with exercise and mobility.
• Prompt clients to take medications on schedule.
• Help with shopping and groceries, or shop on their behalf.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients based on abilities.
• Support clients in mobility, doctor visits, and outings.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Housekeeping

Background check

First Aid knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Personal Aide

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Reading is hiring an In Home Personal Aide for our clients throughout the local area in places like Temple, Reading, Laureldale, Tuckerton, Riverview Park, Alsace Manor, and many others.

A Visiting Angels In Home Personal Aide enjoys benefits like:

• Pay: $14.00-$15.00/hour
• Continued Education Provided
• Supportive Staff
• Flexible Schedules
• Personal One-on-One Care
• Competitive Wages
• Work Close to Home
• Rewarding Career!!
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

A Visiting Angels In Home Personal Aide wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

While no two client visits look exactly alike, responsibilities may include:

• 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

An In Home Personal Aide must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.

In Home Personal Aide Job Requirements

• 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

Shifts Offered

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift