What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respite Caregiver position at Galeron Consulting Agency?
At GALERON CONSULTING AGENCY, we proudly provide a comprehensive range of home care services throughout the Southeastern Pennsylvania region, including Bucks, Philadelphia, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our clients and are currently seeking dedicated and reliable Respite Caregivers to join our registry.
As a Respite Caregiver, you will play a vital role in providing temporary relief to primary caregivers, ensuring that their loved ones receive safe, compassionate, and attentive care in their absence. This position is ideal for individuals who have a genuine passion for helping others, providing support and companionship to those in need.
Responsibilities:
- Provide temporary relief care for clients in need of supervision and assistance.
- Offer companionship, emotional support, and engagement in activities that promote well-being.
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Ensure the client’s safety and comfort in their home environment.
- Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring dietary preferences are followed.
- Support clients with mobility and positioning, including walking assistance and transfers.
- Perform light housekeeping duties, such as tidying living areas, laundry, and dishwashing.
- Accompany clients to appointments, social outings, and errands as needed.
- Monitor clients’ physical and emotional well-being, reporting any changes to designated personnel.
- Follow individualized care plans and schedules provided by family members or healthcare professionals.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in respite care, home care, or direct care is highly preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusting relationships.
- Patience, compassion, and a commitment to providing quality care.
- Ability to work independently and follow care plans accurately.
- Must be comfortable with assisting individuals with varying levels of mobility and cognitive ability.
- Must pass a criminal background check and reference verification.
- Reliable transportation is preferred for travel to client locations.
Job Types:
- Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Contract
Pay Rate:
- $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Expected Hours:
- 20 – 60 hours per week
Shifts Available:
- 4-hour, 8-hour, 10-hour, and 12-hour shifts
- Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night, and Overnight shifts available
- Weekday and Weekend shifts
- Flexible scheduling options, including rotating and as-needed weekend coverage
Benefits:
- Flexible scheduling
- Referral program
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in clients’ lives
- Supportive work environment
At GALERON CONSULTING AGENCY, we recognize the importance of providing respite support for both clients and their families. If you are a caring and dependable professional looking for a rewarding career in home care, we invite you to join our team.
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Work Location: In-person (Client’s Home)
Apply today and become part of a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals in need of care
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 80 per week
Benefits:
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- No nights
- No weekends
- On call
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $14
