ENRICHING LIVES THROUGH SENIOR COMPANIONSHIP

At Seniors Helping Seniors® Western CT, we seek empathetic, mature individuals to join our team of dedicated caregivers. Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that seniors can help one another age with independence, grace, and dignity in the comfort of their homes. That’s why we employ empathetic, mature men and women as our caregivers. They relate to the aging process, using their passion and unique personalities to help others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience in caregiving, either paid or volunteer.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of emotional intelligence and empathy.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and execute care plans.
• Maturity and ability to handle the demands of the job.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Provide 3 verifiable references, 1 professional & 2 personal.
• Pass a 2-step TB test (PPD) at hire and 1-step annually thereafter.

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Seniors Helping Seniors® Western Connecticut in-home care services is independently owned and operated.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Work Location: In perso

COMPANIONSHIP AND HOMEMAKER DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Provide engaging companionship and conversation.
• Offer medication reminders to ensure timely dosage.
• Assist with personal care needs as required (e.g., dressing, grooming).
• Light housekeeping duties, including laundry, vacuuming, and dishwashing.
• Meal preparation tailored to dietary needs and preferences.
• Pet care assistance, such as feeding, walking, and grooming.
• Shopping and errands, including grocery runs and prescription pick-ups.
• Transportation to appointments, social visits, and outings.
• Light yard work, such as watering plants and weeding.
• Basic handyman services for minor repairs and maintenance.

PERSONAL CARE DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Assist with Dressing
• Assist with Feeding
• Assist with Showering / Bathing/Grooming
• Mobility Assistance
• Assist with Toileting / Incontinence
• Memory Care

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Arrive on time for all services in your reliable transportation
• Maintain documentation of all services provided
• Record and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance to our office staff
• Communicate regularly and proactively with our office staff
• Participate in relevant in-service opportunities and other informational meeting when possible
• Clock in and out using our care management system
• Maintain the highest standards of customer service and professionalism set by SHS
• Be proactive in finding other ways to help our seniors once all tasks have been completed