Caregiver - CNA/HHA/PCA (Hamden)
About the role
Hartford HealthCare Independence at Home enables elderly & disabled individuals to achieve maximum independence, to participate in their own plan of care, and to live with dignity while receiving quality care in their own homes. Our staff of highly trained professionals treat patients holistically, considering family and living situations for the most appropriate care plan. Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal hygiene and grooming care to clients
- Assist with toileting, ambulation, etc.
- Provide meals for clients' nutritional needs
- Report changes in clients' condition to nurse, supervisor, or client care coordinator
- Perform routine housekeeping and home management duties
- Record each client's care on care plan and submit care plan in a timely manner
- Assist with providing emotional support for the clients and their families
- Assist with routine therapy exercises
- Participate in case conferences as requested
- Attend all required in-service education sessions
- Use computer software programs and smartphones for required education
- Represent the company in a positive and professional manner through a high level of customer service
- Think critically without direct supervision and escalate when appropriate
Qualifications
- Hourly caregivers must have a driver's license and car with auto insurance
- One year of previous personal care experience at a facility or agency
- Two years of continuous work experience
- New Grad CNAs are welcome
- Caregivers must be comfortable driving within 30 minutes of where they live for cases
Benefits
We provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Schedule
Hourly cases range anywhere from 4‑12 hours at any time in the day, evening or night. Shifts will take place within 30 minutes of where you reside.
Location: 1290 Silas Deane Hwy Wethrsfld (10181)