Premium Caregiver - Premium Pay

Preferred Care at Home of Champlain Valley • Burlington, VT

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Preferred Care at Home is hiring In-Home Caregivers for premium cases in the greater Burlington area. The organization provides non-medical in-home care and seeks caring, dependable, and skilled people who want to help clients and support their quality of life. Standard cases pay $22–$26 per hour, while premium cases may pay $28–$40 per hour. Shifts are per diem, and pay is weekly.

No formal training is required. The employer welcomes applicants who are eager to learn and help older adults, including people with transferable experience from restaurant or retail work, teaching or nannying, housekeeping, driving, social work, or supporting people with behavioral challenges.

Preferred Care at Home describes a supportive workplace that values staff and offers flexible, consistent scheduling, voluntary online caregiver courses, professional certificates, recognition and cash rewards, and paid sick time for eligible employees. The employer is committed to equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Compassionate, patient, and reliable disposition.
• Ability to follow care plans and communicate effectively with clients, families, and supervisors.
• Physical ability to perform caregiving tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Previous caregiver experience, professional or personal, is preferred but not required.
• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred for certain clients.
• CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.
• Experience in restaurant or retail work, teaching or nannying, housekeeping, driving, social work, or work with behaviorally challenged individuals may be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
• Assist clients with mobility and transfers, using assistive devices when needed.
• Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, dishwashing, and tidying living spaces.
• Prepare and serve meals according to clients’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities.
• Monitor and report changes in clients’ health, behavior, or needs to appropriate personnel.
• Provide medication reminders and support adherence to care plans.
• Accompany clients to appointments, errands, or social activities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, with standard cases at $22–$26 per hour and premium cases often at $28–$40 per hour.
• Weekly pay.
• 401(k) program with company matching up to 3.5%.
• Flexible, consistent scheduling based on employee availability.
• Voluntary online caregiver courses and professional certificates.
• Excellence Rewards Program with points redeemable for cash rewards.
• Eligible employees accrue up to 40 hours of paid sick time per year.
• Supportive culture and investment in professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed