Home Health Aide / Companion Caregiver
KeystoneCare Home Health and Hospice · Oreland, PA · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$16–$20/hrFull-time
Location: Oreland, PA
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate, professional, and detail-oriented Home Health Aide/Companion Caregiver to provide support and companionship for an elderly client. The ideal candidate will be dependable, attentive, and committed to promoting the client's well-being, safety, and independence.
Responsibilities
- Provide support and companionship for an elderly client
- Assist with daily walks (up to three miles daily)
- Promote the client's well-being, safety, and independence
- Document care services accurately
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to read, write, and effectively communicate in English
- Completion of a recognized training program for direct care workers or equivalent experience
- Experience in a caregiving role is preferred but not mandatory
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Empathetic and compassionate nature toward clients
- Ability to follow instructions
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Skills
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Strong attention to detail
- Physically able to walk up to three miles daily with the client
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both weekdays and weekends
Schedule
- Approximately 12 hours a day
- Weekend availability required
- Evening weekends mandatory
- Additional weekday hours available based on the family's needs
Pay
$16 to $20 per hour (based on experience and skillset)
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling options
- Full-time position available
- Paid travel time and mileage between sites
- Paid holidays for full-time staff
- Medical, dental, vision, and Aflac plans available for full-time staff
- $25K company-paid life insurance policy for full-time staff
- Retirement plan with discretionary employer match