In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA (Springfield, VT)

Visiting Angels • Springfield, VT

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About The Position

Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring In Home Patient Care Assistants to serve clients throughout the Connecticut River Valley area, including Springfield and Brattleboro, Vermont, and Claremont, Keene, and White River Junction. The role supports clients’ wellness and quality of life in accordance with their custom care plans. Caregivers may provide personal care, companionship, household assistance, mobility support, and help with errands. Flexible scheduling and opportunities for advanced training in dementia and Alzheimer’s care are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Training in First Aid and emergency response; training is provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to manage multiple duties.
• Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
• Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and supporting a client.
• Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while following applicable dietary constraints.
• Willingness and ability to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, including a background check.
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in advanced training in dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients, following applicable dietary constraints.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
• Assist clients with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.

Benefits

• Pay of $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience.
• Paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement between clients.
• Direct deposit.
• Continuing education.
• Six observed holidays off.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED