Caregiver

Companions & Homemakers HCA #2052; Ballouville (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits

Referral bonus

Ongoing training

Job summary

Companions & Homemakers is hiring in Connecticut to provide non-medical home care for seniors and individuals who need assistance with daily activities. You will follow each client's Plan of Care, transport to appointments, assist with light housekeeping, meal preparation, errands, and personal care as needed.

We offer flexible scheduling across weekdays, weekends, overnights, and live-in shifts, with benefits including time off, holiday pay, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Must have reliable vehicle and pass a background check.
• Open availability preferred.
• Experience as caregiver/HHA/CNA/PCA/Companion is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical home care per each client’s Plan of Care.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities.
• Assist with light housekeeping, meal prep, errands and grocery shopping.
• Assist with dressing, bathing, mobility, and incontinence care as needed.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Document care and provide reminders as directed.

Skills

Companionship

Transportation

Light housekeeping

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Auto insurance

Reliable vehicle

Job description

Companions & Homemakers is Hiring!

Location: Multiple service areas across Connecticut

Schedule: Flexible – Weekdays, Weekends, Overnights, and Live-In shifts available

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + referral bonuses

Job Code: COHOCOFOCG

What You'll Earn & Enjoy

• Paid Time Off
• Competitive hourly pay with direct deposit
• Holiday pay — earn more on the days that matter
• Flexible scheduling — Weekday, Weekend, Awake Overnight, and Live-In shifts available
• Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits
• Referral bonus — earn extra $$ for bringing in great caregivers
• Ongoing training — online and in-person

Your Day-to-Day

• Provide non-medical home care following each client's individualized Plan of Care
• Transport clients to appointments and activities
• Help with light housekeeping, meal prep, errands, and grocery shopping
• Assist with dressing, bathing, mobility, and incontinence care
• Be a steady, caring presence — offering companionship and emotional support
• Document care and provide reminders as directed

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Open availability preferred
• Experience as a Caregiver, HHA, CNA, PCA, or Companion is a plus

About Companions & Homemakers

For over 35 years, Companions & Homemakers has been a trusted name in Connecticut home care. As an independent, non-franchise agency, we treat every caregiver like family — not a number. Our team is compassionate, dependable, and dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of the seniors we serve.

Ready to Join Us?

Your next chapter starts here. Apply today and become part of a team that's been changing lives across Connecticut for over 30 years