Per Diem Caregiver
About The Position
Hands at Home Care Services is seeking reliable, compassionate Per Diem Caregivers to support clients in their homes in the Montpelier VT area. This role offers true flexibility for individuals who want to earn supplemental income while being dependable, consistent, and committed to excellent care. Per Diem caregivers fill gap shifts, provide same-day/next-day coverage, handle short shifts, and offer temporary coverage. This is not a guaranteed-hours position and is not suitable for those seeking recurring weekly schedules. To ensure client and core team safety, Per Diem caregivers must be consistently reliable once a shift is accepted, complete all documentation promptly, be comfortable with urgent or short-notice coverage, adapt quickly to different client needs, work at least 20 hours per month to remain active, and communicate clearly with the office. This approach ensures that per diem flexibility never compromises care quality.
Requirements
- Previous caregiving or facility experience preferred (Caregiver, LNA, PSS, DSP, PCA, CNA, etc.)
- Ability to work some evenings, weekends, or short shifts
- Reliable transportation
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently in client homes
- Comfort working with a variety of client personalities and needs
- Dependable attendance once shifts are accepted
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and ADL support
- Assist with mobility, transfers, and fall prevention
- Support clients with meals, hydration, and light household tasks
- Follow individualized care plans
- Document all ADLs and care notes in AxisCare before the shift closes
- Communicate any concerns or changes promptly
- Provide temporary or short-notice backup coverage
- Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling you control
- Supportive office and scheduling team
- Opportunities to pick up last-minute or short shifts
- Access to training resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
