In-Home Caregiver: Family Caregiver Program (Altoona)

Visiting Nurse Association Community Services•Altoona, PA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The In-Home Caregiver provides care to their own family member or friend who is enrolled in Pennsylvania’s CHC Waiver Program through AmeriHealth Caritas, PA Health & Wellness, or UPMC Community HealthChoices, or is seeking services. The role is intended for people who already help a loved one with everyday tasks and may be eligible to receive compensation for that care. No certification or prior experience is required; full training is provided. Care is provided in the loved one’s home and follows a care plan coordinated by a CHC service coordinator. The position may be part-time or full-time, offers flexible hours, and pays $13.50–$14.50 per hour. Employment is contingent on successfully completing the specified clearances and screening requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must pass required background checks and clearances, including criminal and child abuse clearances.
The care recipient must currently be enrolled in the CHC Waiver or be looking to obtain services.
Successful completion of the listed employment screenings is required: PA State Police Background Check (e-PATCH), Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background Check, MA Fraud Check, Social Security Verification, DMV Check, and a negative TB test.

Responsibilities

Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and meal preparation.
Provide companionship and emotional support.
Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and tidying.
Provide medication reminders; medication dispensing is not included.
Accompany the client to appointments and errands.
Follow the care plan coordinated by a CHC service coordinator.