Caregiver - CNA/HHA/PCA (Waterbury)

Hartford HealthCare; Wethersfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking dedicated caregivers in Wethersfield, Connecticut, to provide essential personal hygiene and grooming care. You'll be responsible for assisting clients with tasks, reporting health changes, and offering emotional support, ensuring they're at ease during your care.

Qualified candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have prior personal care experience. This is an excellent opportunity for new CNAs who are eager to gain hands-on experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Driver's license and auto insurance are mandatory.
• Minimum one year of personal care experience required.
• New graduates of CNA program are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene and grooming care to clients.
• Assist with toileting and ambulation.
• Report changes in clients' condition.

Skills

Personal hygiene and grooming care

Critical thinking

Customer service

Job description

Location

1290 Silas Deane Hwy Wethrsfld (10181).

Shift Details

Hourly caseload ranges between 4–12 hours at any time in the day, evening or night. Shifts take place within 30 minutes of where you reside.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene and grooming care to clients.
• Assist with toileting, ambulation, etc.
• Provide meals for clients' nutritional needs.
• Report changes in clients' condition to nurse, supervisor, or client care coordinator.
• Perform routine housekeeping and home management duties.
• Record each client's care on care plan and submit care plan in a timely manner.
• Provide emotional support for the clients and their families.
• Assist with routine therapy exercises.
• Participate in case conferences as requested.
• Attend all required in-service education sessions.
• Use computer software program and smartphone for required education.
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner through a high level of customer service.
• Think critically without direct supervision and the ability to elevate when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Driver's license and car with auto insurance.
• One year of previous personal care experience at a facility or agency.
• Two years of continuous work experience.
• New grad CNAs are welcome.
• Comfortable driving within 30 minutes of where they live for cases.