Giving one-on-one care to Vermonters who need a helping hand, not only enhances their quality of life, it also provides you with a flexible schedule, training, rewarding relationships, and career growth opportunities.
In-home and community care is a career with purpose—are you ready to make a difference in the everyday lives of Vermonters?
In-Home and Community Care refers to a range of services designed to support individuals in their homes or within their local community—rather than in a healthcare facility. This type of person-based care is focused on providing assistance with daily living activities and addressing the needs of individuals who may have physical, mental, or emotional challenges. The goal is to help Vermonters maintain independence, improve quality of life, and stay in their homes for as long as possible.
It’s meaningful, rewarding work that makes a difference in the lives of everyone involved.
In-home care can include assistance with personal care (like bathing and dressing), meal preparation, medication management, and companionship. Community care can involve services like transportation, social activities, and support for managing physical and mental health conditions.
Anyone who has a strong desire to help people can be a Direct Care Worker, Direct Support Professional or other client-facing support worker! Like any career path, there are levels of care that may require prerequisite skills. A mix of excellent communication skills, patience, empathy, and a caring nature are also vital for this role.
There are agencies across Vermont that serve individuals in need of all, or a combination of physical health, mental health, substance use, and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities services and supports. Learn more about the agencies in your area:
