Homemaker/Companion - Weekend Schedule

Right At Home In Home Care, located in Wallingford CT, is seeking Homemakers, HHAs, Companions, CNAs, and PCAs to provide care to elderly clients in their homes. Targeted areas include Wallingford, Meriden, Middletown, Southington, Cheshire, Waterbury, Naugatuck, Watertown, Woodbury, and surrounding areas. This is a great opportunity for high school seniors, college students, retirees, and veterans.

About the Role

The ideal candidate should have 6 months or more of documented caregiving experience. Training will be provided to teach you everything you need to succeed on the job. You’ll assist clients with daily activities, including but not limited to:

• Assistance with eating, personal hygiene, dressing, and shaving
• Light housekeeping, laundry, and other household chores
• Meal preparation
• Medication reminders
• Assistance with prescribed range-of-motion exercises
• Dementia care
• Companionship activities such as reading, music, and puzzles

You should be honest, energetic, approachable, and able to communicate easily with people at all levels. You’ll thrive in a positive work environment, cope well under pressure, and take pride in your work.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a full employment background check
• Basic computer skills

Nice to Have

• CNA or HHA certification
• 6 months of experience as a caregiver/home health aide in healthcare (preferred)
• COVID-19 vaccination
• CPR and First Aid certification

Pay

$17.50–$22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit
• Employee referral bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off and sick pay
• Paid training, orientation, and development
• Paid travel time between clients and mileage reimbursement
• Medical benefits, including vision and dental
• Extremely positive work environment
• Employee discount programs
• Access to leadership
• Recognition, celebrations, and great team interactions

Why Join Our Team?

This is your chance to make a difference by serving one person at a time. Right at Home’s mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We seek compassionate, empathetic, reliable, and determined individuals who are focused on improving the quality of life for others. As part of our team, we commit to:

• Helping you become the best you can be through best-in-class training and professional development
• Coaching you to success with ongoing support and tips for delivering excellent care
• Keeping lines of communication open, listening to your ideas, and providing timely feedback
• Celebrating your success and appreciating your work with competitive pay and recognition

We provide the right PPE protection and support as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities.