Short Shift Caregiver

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $14-$15

Continued Education Provided

Supportive Staff

Flexible Schedules

Personal One-on-One Care

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Reading is seeking a Short Shift Caregiver to support seniors in the local area, including Shillington, Reading, and Wyomissing. This role offers flexible schedules, weekly pay, and benefits as part of a caring, community-focused team.

You will assist with personal care, light housekeeping, and mobility support, while ensuring client safety and dignity at all times. Prior caregiving experience is valued, with access to ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable time-management and punctuality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation to client visits.
• Familiar with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Training in First Aid and emergency response.
• Demonstrates compassion and patience when caring for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Support light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Encourage and assist clients with mobility and exercise.
• Help manage medications and reminders.
• Assist with shopping and errands or arrange for shopping.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients based on dietary needs.
• Provide companionship and monitor for safety during visits.

Skills

Time-management

Reliable transportation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Housekeeping basics

Background check & drug screen

First Aid training

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Short Shift Caregiver

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 a Short Shift Caregiver for our clients throughout the local area in places like Shillington, Reading, Wyomissing, Lincoln Park, Kenhorst, Grill, Mohnton, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Short Shift Caregiver 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 Short Shift Caregiver 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

A Short Shift Caregiver 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.

Short Shift Caregiver 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