Caregiver

Companions & Homemakers HCA #2052; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Competitive hourly pay with direct dep

Holiday pay

Flexible scheduling

Medical, Dental, and 401(k) benefits

Referral bonus

Ongoing training

Job summary

Companions & Homemakers in Connecticut is hiring caring professionals to provide non-medical home care. You will follow each client's Plan of Care, transport clients to appointments, help with light housekeeping, meals, and errands.

We offer flexible shifts (weekdays, weekends, overnights, live-in), paid time off, benefits, and opportunities for training. Prior caregiver experience is a plus, as is a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide non-medical home care
• Must be able to transport clients to appointments
• Able to perform light housekeeping, meal prep, errands and shopping
• Assist with dressing, bathing, mobility and incontinence care
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Must pass a criminal background check

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical home care following each client's 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
• Document care and provide reminders as directed

Skills

Caregiving

Valid driver's license

Reliable vehicle

Criminal background check

Open availability

Experience as caregiver (HHA/CNA/PCA/2

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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