Home Maker

Family & Children's Agency•Norwalk, CT

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) is a nonprofit human service organization that is committed to increasing the social and emotional well-being of our clients – people throughout Fairfield County. Our Agency builds better lives by offering more than 30 programs that meet needs across all ages, delivering services to more than 13,000 people each year. Our clients reside primarily in Norwalk, Wilton, Darien, Westport, Weston, New Canaan, Stamford, and Greenwich. Our Home Care and Foster Care programs provide assistance to residents throughout Fairfield County, and the Adoption program is both nationwide and international. Our Mission is to partner with individuals, families, organizations and communities to build better lives. We are seeking compassionate and dependable Caregivers (Homemakers, HHA’s, CNA’s, Live-ins) and Transportation Staff to provide non-medical support and assistance to clients in their homes. Caregivers help clients with daily living activities, offer companionship, and create a safe, comfortable environment that promotes independence and quality of life. Transportation staff are responsible for safely driving clients to and from their homes — including trips to doctor appointments, grocery stores, hair appointments, and other essential errands.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English
Strong communication skills and emotional maturity
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated empathy, patience, and reliability
Physically able to lift, bend, stand, walk, and drive as needed
Personal vehicle, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must have a reliable vehicle and proof of auto insurance

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent
Bilingual- English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment
Perform light housekeeping (dusting, vacuuming, laundry, trash removal, changing linens)
Assist with grocery shopping and errands as needed
Plan and prepare simple meals while following food safety guidelines
Accompany clients on walks or outings (for those independently mobile)
Provide medication reminders to self-directed clients
Monitor home safety and promptly report concerns or changes in client condition
Follow infection control procedures and universal precautions
Complete assigned tasks within scheduled timeframes and accurately document services provided
Safely drive clients to and from their homes — including trips to doctor appointments, grocery stores, hair appointments, and other essential errands.