Companion Caregiver / Homemaker – Wellesley, MA

About the role

Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our caregivers with the training, resources, and professional growth they need to succeed. Job types: Full‑time, Part‑time. Work location: In person.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and engage clients in meaningful conversations, activities, and social interaction.
• Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, tidying, dishes, and maintaining a clean and safe home environment.
• Assist with errands, shopping, and other routine household tasks as needed.
• Prepare meals and snacks according to the client’s preferences and dietary needs.
• Assist with basic personal care needs, such as grooming, dressing, and toileting, as needed.
• Provide medication reminders as directed by the client’s care plan.
• Provide support with safe mobility and daily routines as appropriate.
• Offer support and supervision for clients with memory loss or cognitive changes.
• Observe and communicate any changes in the client’s needs, condition, or routine to the appropriate family member or care team.

Requirements

• 6 months of experience in caregiving, home care, companionship, homemaking, or a related role.
• Compassionate, patient, and approachable, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable engaging clients in friendly conversation and meaningful activities and encouraging social interaction.
• Experience with or willingness to perform light housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and errands.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle for groceries and other client-related errands.
• Ability to pass a background check and communicate clearly in English.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Specialized Alzheimer’s & Dementia training
• 24/7 office support
• Referral program
• Paid training

Pay

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Schedule

• 12‑hour shift
• 4‑hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift
• Live‑in