In-Home Caregiver: Family Caregiver Program (Altoona)

$28k to $30k

Altoona, PA, United StatesFull-timePosted Oct 6, 2026

Against the Altoona typical range

Job description

Do you already help a family member or close friend with everyday tasks like cooking, bathing, or running errands?

If your loved one is enrolled in Pennsylvania's CHC Waiver Programthrough AmeriHealth Caritas, PA Health & Wellness, or UPMC Community HealthChoices,you may be eligible to get compensation for the care you're already providing.

We are hiring compassionate and dependable individualsto work asin-home caregivers for their own family or friends under the CHC Waiver.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, meal prep
  • Provide companionship and emotional support
  • Light housekeeping, laundry, and tidying up
  • Medication reminders (no dispensing)
  • Accompany client to appointments and errands
  • Follow a care plan coordinated by a CHC service coordinator

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Must pass required background checks (criminal, child abuse clearance)
  • No certification or prior experience needed – full training provided
  • Care recipient must be currently enrolled in CHC Waiver or looking to get services

What VNA offers you:

  • Flexible hours – work part-time or full-time
  • Bi-weekly direct deposit
  • Paid training to help you succeed
  • Work-from-home (in your loved one's home)
  • Make a real impact in someone's life while earning income

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.50 - $14.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 403(b)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training

Work Location: In person

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of the following clearances

  • PA State Police Background Check (e-PATCH)

  • Child Abuse Clearance

  • FBI Background Check

  • MA Fraud Check

  • Social Security Verification

  • DMV Check

  • Negative TB test

Description copied from Visiting Nurse Association Community Services's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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