Premium Caregiver - Premium Pay

Preferred Care at Home; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & 401(k) match

Flexible scheduling

Career-building training

Excellence rewards program

Paid sick time

Supportive culture

Job summary

Preferred Care at Home is seeking caring, dependable in-home caregivers to join the Greater Burlington area team. Weekly pay available for all shifts. Standard pay ranges from 22–26/hr, with premium cases from 28–40/hr.

No formal training required; training opportunities and a supportive career path are offered. Responsibilities include helping with daily living activities, mobility, meals, companionship, and health monitoring, with potential for paid sick time and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous caregiver experience (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.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with daily living activities (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting).
• Assist clients with mobility and transfers using assistive devices if needed.
• Perform light housekeeping (laundry, dishes, tidying).
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs.
• Offer companionship and engage in meaningful activities.
• Monitor and report changes in health or needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Provide medication reminders and ensure adherence to care plans.
• Accompany clients to appointments, errands, or social activities.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

Weekly Pay! Per Diem Shifts Available in Greater Burlington for Premium Cases

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 the greater Burlington area. If you have a passion for helping others and enjoy making a positive difference in people's lives, we want to hear from you! Standard pay cases range from $22-$26/hr but we often can offer premium pay cases between $28-$40/hr.

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.

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.