Companion Caregiver

United Methodist Communities; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra pay for holidays and weekends

Daily overtime opportunities

Paid sick time

Online training scholarship for CHHA

Flexible per diem schedule

Job summary

United Methodist Communities (UMC HomeWorks) seeks a compassionate Companion Caregiver to support seniors in their own homes across multiple New Jersey counties. No experience required; training and CHHA scholarship available.

Earn $16–$20 per hour with per diem shifts, holidays and weekend pay, and opportunities to grow with a trusted community partner. Responsibilities include assisting with outings, meals, light housekeeping, and engaging activities while following a nurse-provided care plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Able to read, write, and speak English to follow care plans and communicate with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Accompany clients to appointments, shopping, errands, social outings, and religious services.
• Plan, cook, and share meals with clients.
• Perform light housekeeping to keep the home clean and safe.
• Engage clients with games, conversation, and activities they enjoy.
• Follow the care plan from nurses and report changes or safety concerns.

Skills

English literacy

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Companion Caregiver

No experience or certification needed. Earn $16 to $20 an hour as a Companion Caregiver. Pick day, evening, or night shifts, and earn a scholarship to become a Certified Home Health Aide.

Who you'll care for

Seniors across Sussex, Warren, Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties who want to stay active and connected while living in their own homes. You'll be the friendly face who helps them get out, eat well, and feel less alone.

Why UMC HomeWorks

• Certified a Great Place to Work 9 years in a row. 87% of our team says their work makes a difference.
• Named a 2025 Best of Home Care Employer of Choice by Activated Insights [CONFIRM]
• More than 100 years serving New Jersey seniors

What you'll do

• Go with clients to appointments, shopping, errands, social outings, and religious services
• Plan, cook, and share meals together
• Do light housekeeping to keep the home clean and safe
• Play games, talk, and do activities clients enjoy
• Follow the care plan from our nurses and report any changes or safety concerns

What You'll Need

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 18 years old
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Able to read, write, and speak English to follow care plans and communicate with clients and staff

Preferred:

• Experience caring for others, personally or professionally
• Comfortable working independently in a client's home

Pay & Benefits

• $16-$20/hour, based on shift, level of care, and weekend scheduling
• Extra pay for holidays and weekends worked
• Daily overtime opportunities for eligible shifts
• Paid sick time
• Online training scholarship to earn your CHHA certification
• Flexible per diem schedule - pick up day, evening, or night shifts

Schedule

Per diem. Choose day, evening, or night shifts that fit your life

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation
United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify.
This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.