Companion Caregiver

HIRING NOW!! Earn Extra Cash Catch Up on Bills Daytime hours available Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour, based on experience. Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring a Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the Upper Connecticut River Valley area in places like Springfield, VT, Newport NH, New London NH, Sunapee NH, Ludlow VT, and many others. Benefits Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour Paid Time Off Mileage reimbursement between clients Direct Deposit Continuing Education No major holidays (6 observed holidays off) Flexible Scheduling A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity. 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) Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation – this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks A Companion Caregiver must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment. Job 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 Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen Training/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 Shifts Available Full Time Part Time 8 Hour Shifts 12 Hour Shifts #J-18808-Ljbffr