Caregiver - Personal Care Experience Preferred

Visiting Angels; Brookfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

CEU training

Health plans

401K match

Referral bonus

Paid sick time

Job summary

Visiting Angels in Brookfield, CT is seeking compassionate caregivers with hands-on personal care experience to support seniors at home. Responsibilities include bathing, grooming, mobility assistance, and daily living tasks. Must have at least 12 months of caregiving experience and be able to read and speak English.

Flexible FT/PT/Overnight shifts offered with training and benefits. Join a supportive team that values dignity and independence for clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of caregiving experience.
• Personal care experience preferred.
• Must be able to speak and read English.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical assistance and companionship to seniors in their homes.
• Provide personal care and hygiene assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming, etc.).
• Assist clients with mobility and hands-on care needs.
• Help with errands and transportation to appointments.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Hands-on personal care

English speaking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

A Flexible and Rewarding Career is Possible with Visiting Angels

Join our compassionate team of caregivers in Brookfield, CT

We are looking for compassionate caregivers who have experience providing hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living. Experience assisting seniors with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and other personal care needs is preferred.

Benefits of Being a Caregiver:

• Competitive pay rates for qualified applicants - $16.94 - $20 an hour (depending on the case)
• Rewarding job responsibilities, which improve the lives of seniors
• Flexible scheduling available - hiring for all shifts! - FT/PT/Overnight/Live-In
• Free online CEU and training courses through Visiting Angels University
• Retailer perks and discounts
• Health plans available for FT caregivers
• 401K (up to 3.5% employer match)
• Referral Bonus for Qualified candidates
• Paid sick time (up to 40 hours)
• Organized and supportive office staff, who provides timely employee feedback

Caregiver Responsibilities:

• Provide non-medical assistance and companionship to seniors in their homes
• Provide personal care and hygiene assistance, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living
• Assist clients with mobility and other hands‑on care needs as appropriate
• Help with household errands and provide transportation to and from appointments
• Perform grocery shopping, meal preparation tasks, and light housekeeping
• Monitor medication schedules and provide reminders throughout the day

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Minimum 12 months of caregiving experience
• Personal care experience preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must have reliable or personal transportation
• Must Be Able to Speak and Read English
• Dementia Experience Preferred
• Certified Nurse's Aide / HHA preferred
• Ability to work in a facility environment preferred

About Visiting Angels

Visiting Angels of Brookfield, CT provides non‑medical home care services, which help local seniors maintain their independence.

Many of our clients have trouble completing daily living activities on their own and require assistance with personal care, or simply require some additional companionship. By treating them with respect and dignity, we create lasting relationships that positively impact their lives for the better.

Our ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and committed to impacting the lives of seniors and their families. This position may require travel to Brookfield, CT and surrounding communities, such as Danbury, New Fairfield, Newtown, Sandy Hook, Redding, Ridgefield, Bantam, Bethlehem, Bridgewater, Cornwall, Gaylordsville, Goshen, Kent, Litchfield, New Hartford, New Milford, New Preston, Roxbury, Sharon, Thomaston, Torrington, Warren, Washington, Watertown, Woodbury, Southbury, and Waterbury.