Hospice Support Caregiver – Non-Medical

A Place At Home, LLC; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Place At Home - Fairfield South is seeking a Hospice Support Caregiver – Non-Medical to provide compassionate, non-medical assistance to clients and families during end-of-life care, focusing on comfort, dignity and emotional support.

Responsibilities include personal care, light housekeeping, following the hospice plan, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating with the care team; CNA or HHA experience preferred, plus CPR/First Aid and background check clearance.

Qualifications

• CNA, HHA, or equivalent caregiving experience preferred.
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and TB test (or willingness to obtain).
• Background check and drug screening required, with random checks thereafter.
• Physical ability to perform duties including safe lifting and assisting with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort and companionship to clients in hospice care.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and repositioning.
• Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal/snack preparation when appropriate.
• Follow the hospice care plan and report changes in the client’s condition.
• Maintain confidentiality by HIPAA guidelines and company policies.
• Document daily care activities and communicate with other caregivers for continuity of care.
• Respect the client’s dignity, cultural beliefs, and end-of-life wishes at all times.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Communication

Emotional resilience

Safe mobility

Driver's license

Education

CNA/HHA or equivalent caregiving experience

First Aid/CPR/TB test certifications

Job description

Position Title: Hospice Support Caregiver – Non-Medical

Date: September 19, 2025

Reports to: Owner

EEO Code:

Position Overview

The Hospice Support Caregiver – Non-Medical provides compassionate, non-medical assistance to clients and their families during end-of-life care. The focus of this role is to enhance comfort, maintain dignity, and provide emotional and practical support while following the hospice care plan. Caregivers in this role ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment while respecting the unique needs and wishes of each client and family.

Essential Functions

• Provide comfort and companionship to clients in hospice care.
• Offer non-medical support such as assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and repositioning.
• Help maintain a safe and peaceful environment, including light housekeeping, laundry, and meal/snack preparation when appropriate.
• Follow the hospice care plan and report any changes in the client’s physical or emotional condition.
• Maintain strict confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and company policies.
• Document daily care activities and communicate with other caregivers to ensure continuity of care.
• Respect the client’s dignity, cultural beliefs, and end-of-life wishes at all times.

Skills/Qualifications

• Strong compassion and empathy in supporting clients and families during sensitive times.
• Ability to provide gentle personal care while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Good communication skills for interacting with families, clients, and the care team.
• Emotional resilience and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of safe mobility and transfer techniques preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.

Education/Experience Requirements

• CNA, HHA, or equivalent caregiving experience preferred.
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and TB test (or willingness to obtain).
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening, with random checks thereafter.
• Physical ability to perform required duties, including safe lifting and assisting with mobility.

Characteristics

Compassionate and empathetic, calm under pressure, emotionally resilient, respectful of dignity and end-of-life wishes, patient and dependable, supportive to both clients and families.
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

A Place At Home - Fairfield South is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.