In Home Caregiver and Homemaker (New London, NH)

Visiting Angels • New London, NH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring In Home Caregivers and Homemakers to serve clients throughout the Upper Connecticut River Valley, including New London, Keene, and Claremont, New Hampshire; Brattleboro and Bellows Falls, Vermont; Hillsborough, New Hampshire; and surrounding areas. The role supports clients’ quality of life and wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. Flexible schedules and daytime hours are available, with full-time and part-time shifts, including 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. The position pays $18.00–$22.00 per hour based on experience. Advanced training opportunities are available in areas such as dementia care and Alzheimer’s care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle to transport clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• First Aid and emergency response training; training is provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to manage multiple duties at once.
• Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled care times.
• Physical endurance to carry groceries and physically support a client.
• Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while following applicable dietary constraints.
• Willingness and ability to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, such as a background check.
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in broadening skills through advanced training in dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
• Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.
• Transport clients using a reliable personal vehicle.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement between clients
• Direct deposit
• Continuing education
• Six observed holidays off
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED