PM Caregiver

About Us

At FirstLight Home Care of Bethlehem, compassion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe everyone deserves to live with dignity, comfort, and a sense of purpose in the place they call home. Our in-home care services are more than just support—they’re about connection, kindness, and bringing light into each day.

For those living with dementia, we provide thoughtful, personalized support through our Compassionate Memory Care program, offering comfort, calm, and familiarity when it’s needed most. From Bethlehem, Allentown, Easton, and surrounding areas, our caregivers don’t just provide assistance—they offer warmth, respect, and a deeply human touch. Because here, care means seeing the person, not just the condition.

Role Overview

As a PM Caregiver at FirstLight Home Care of Bethlehem, you will provide compassionate, attentive care and support to a client in the home. You will collaborate with the care team to ensure safety, comfort, and overall well-being while encouraging independence and dignity in the client’s daily routine.

This role is especially important during the afternoon and evening hours, when additional reassurance, patience, and gentle redirection are most helpful.

Client-Specific Support Needs

• Provide stand-by assistance while the client is walking to help promote safety and confidence.
• Offer gentle reminders for the client to use the walker consistently.
• Support the client’s independence while ensuring a safe environment.
• Be especially attentive during the afternoon and evening hours (approximately 1 PM – 9 PM), when the client may experience increased confusion related to sundowning.
• Use calm, reassuring communication if the client becomes resistant or unsettled.
• Engage the client in soothing, familiar activities such as listening to the radio or working on simple jigsaw puzzles, which are comforting and enjoyable.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance overall well-being.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.
• Observe and report any changes in condition or behavior to the care team.

Qualifications

You’re a great fit if you:

• Have strong communication skills in English.
• Have experience in caregiving or a related field.
• Demonstrate a compassionate, patient, and calm demeanor.
• Work well independently and as part of a team.
• Have a basic understanding of personal care and safety practices.

Bonus If You:

• Have experience supporting individuals with dementia.
• Hold certifications in home care, CPR, or first aid.

Employment Type & Availability

Full-Time availability needed Monday through Sunday.

Location

This is an on-site position in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At FirstLight Home Care of Bethlehem, we prioritize compassion, integrity, and teamwork. Our mission is to enrich lives through exceptional home care, and we are dedicated to supporting, training, and valuing the caregivers who make that possible every day.