Personal Care Assistant / PCA

Griswold Home Care for New Haven County; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established company in the caregiving industry is seeking compassionate caregivers to provide personal care and support to senior citizens. This role offers flexible scheduling options, including full-time and part-time positions, with shifts that can accommodate various preferences. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine desire to help others. With competitive pay, ongoing training, and a supportive environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those you care for. Join a team that values its staff and offers advancement opportunities in a friendly and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Health plan for full-time employees

401k through the state of CT

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible start dates and locations

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation is required for this role.
• 1 year of home care experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and companionship to senior citizens.
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Punctuality

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caregiver

Compensation: $18

Flexible hours:

• Example of shifts: 8am - 4pm, 10am - 3pm, 8pm - 8am
• Flexible scheduling available - hiring for all shifts
  • Full time, part time, week day, weekends, overnight

Towns we service: New Haven County area. Towns including New Haven, Hamden, Shelton, Waterbury, and surrounding towns.

Benefits:

• We are an established company in the caregiving industry that appreciates our staff and offers advancement opportunities.
• Competitive wage of $18/hour, including direct deposit and holiday pay.
• Health plan for full-time employees and 401k through the state of CT.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Friendly environment – 24-hour support from the office.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Flexibility – flexible start dates, locations, and preferences.

Responsibilities:

• Personal care / bed bath
• Homemaking
• Light housekeeping
• Meal preparation
• Companionship
• Medication reminders

SUCCESSFUL CAREGIVER APPLICANTS:

Ask yourself: Do I enjoy working with senior citizens? Can I provide compassionate care for elderly care with a positive attitude? Am I punctual and dependable? If so, please consider applying for this companionship and caregiving position today!

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Reliable transportation
• Communication skills

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. 1 year of home care experience would be a plus; caring for a loved one counts! If you can meet these requirements and perform this companionship and caregiving job as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our team!

Griswold Home Care is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.