Caregiver

Companions and Homemakers; Town of Plainfield (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Competitive pay

Holiday pay

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) benefits

Referral bonus

Training programs

Job summary

Companions & Homemakers in Connecticut is hiring caregivers to provide non-medical home care following each client’s Plan of Care. Flexible shifts include Weekdays, Weekends, Overnights, and Live-In options.

Responsibilities include transportation to appointments, light housekeeping, meal prep, errands, and companionship, with careful documentation of care. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, a valid driver's license with auto insurance and reliable vehicle, ability to pass a background

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Open availability preferred.

Responsibilities

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

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.

HouseWorks, LLC and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.