Homemaker/Companion
About The Position
Right At Home In Home Care in Wallingford, Connecticut, is seeking Homemakers/Home Health Aides to serve clients in the Middle Connecticut area, including Wallingford, Meriden, Middletown, Southington, Cheshire, Waterbury, Naugatuck, Watertown, Woodbury, and surrounding areas. The role supports seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes. Training is provided, and the employer provides PPE. The posting identifies full-time and part-time opportunities and lists compensation of $17.50–$22.00 per hour. Caregivers provide companionship and assistance with daily living and household activities, such as eating, personal hygiene, dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, laundry, and other chores. They may prepare meals, provide medication reminders, assist with prescribed range-of-motion exercises, support clients with dementia, and engage clients in activities such as reading, music, and puzzles. The employer describes a supportive team culture, with training and professional development, coaching, communication and feedback, and recognition of employee contributions. This franchise is independently owned and operated; applications and hiring decisions are handled by the franchisee.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.
- Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Have a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Be able to pass a full employment background check.
- Have basic computer skills and be able to navigate with little assistance.
- Have 6 months of documented caregiver or home care assistance experience; the posting identifies this as experience sought for the ideal candidate.
Nice To Haves
- CNA or HHA certification.
- Six months of experience as a caregiver or home health aide in healthcare.
- COVID vaccination.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Honest, energetic, approachable, and communicative demeanor; pride in work and ability to cope under pressure and meet challenges.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with eating, personal hygiene, dressing, and shaving.
- Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and other household chores.
- Prepare meals.
- Provide medication reminders.
- Assist with prescribed range-of-motion exercises.
- Provide dementia care.
- Offer companionship through activities such as reading, music, and puzzles.
- Care for seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes.
Benefits
- Employee referral bonus.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Weekly pay by direct deposit.
- Paid time off.
- Sick pay.
- Paid training, orientation, and development.
- Paid travel time between clients and mileage.
- Employee discount programs.
- Access to leadership.
- Recognition, celebrations, and team interactions.
- Professional development and coaching.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
