Companion Caregiver

About the role

Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring a Companion Caregiver for clients in the Upper Connecticut River Valley area including Springfield, VT, Newport NH, New London NH, Sunapee NH, Ludlow VT, and more.

Responsibilities

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Aiding clients with mobility and ambulation

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Mileage reimbursement between clients
• Direct Deposit
• Continuing Education
• No major Holidays (6 observed holidays off)
• Flexible Scheduling