Senior Caregiver

Senior Helpers Parent Account; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Part-time/full-time

Paid training

Client matching

Nurse-led leadership

Supportive office

Compassionate workplace

Job summary

Senior Helpers of New Haven Coast is seeking reliable and compassionate caregivers to help older adults live safely and independently in their own homes. We are interested in meeting people who bring patience, integrity, and a genuine desire to serve others.

Serving East Haven and surrounding New Haven County communities. We offer competitive pay ranging from $18 to $21 per hour, based on experience and schedule, along with flexible scheduling, paid training, and a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Compassionate, dependable, patient, and respectful.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Offering companionship and social engagement.
• Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Helping with walking, mobility, positioning, and safe transfers.
• Preparing meals and providing assistance with eating.
• Providing medication reminders.
• Completing light housekeeping, laundry, and linen changes.
• Assisting with errands and authorized transportation.
• Providing compassionate support to clients with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
• Monitoring for changes in a client’s condition, behavior, or needs.
• Reporting concerns promptly to the appropriate office team member.
• Documenting services accurately and on time.
• Following all care plan instructions, safety practices, and company procedures.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Respectful

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Senior Caregiver

Senior Helpers of New Haven Coast

Serving East Haven and surrounding New Haven County communities

A Caregiving Career Where You Are Truly Valued

Great care begins with caregivers who feel respected, prepared, and supported.

Senior Helpers of New Haven Coast is seeking reliable and compassionate caregivers to help older adults live safely and independently in their own homes. Whether you have professional caregiving experience or have supported a family member, we are interested in meeting people who bring patience, integrity, and a genuine desire to serve others.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay ranging from $18 to $21 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, schedule, and client assignment.
• Flexible scheduling based on your availability
• Part-time and full-time opportunities
• Day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts may be available
• Paid training and continued caregiver education
• Thoughtful client matching based on skills, location, and availability
• Guidance from a local, nurse-owned leadership team
• Clear communication and dependable office support
• A workplace built on compassion, trust, and mutual respect

How You Will Support Clients

Depending on the client’s individual care plan, responsibilities may include:

• Offering companionship and social engagement
• Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene
• Helping with walking, mobility, positioning, and safe transfers
• Preparing meals and providing assistance with eating
• Providing medication reminders
• Completing light housekeeping, laundry, and linen changes
• Assisting with errands and authorized transportation
• Providing compassionate support to clients with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia
• Monitoring for changes in a client’s condition, behavior, or needs
• Reporting concerns promptly to the appropriate office team member
• Documenting services accurately and on time
• Following all care plan instructions, safety practices, and company procedures

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Compassionate, dependable, patient, and respectful
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow written care plans and complete required documentation
• Willingness to complete required training and skills assessments
• Reliable transportation to and from assigned clients
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance when driving is required
• Previous experience in home care, assisted living, nursing homes, hospitals, or family caregiving is preferred but not required for every assignment
• CNA, HHA, PCA, or related training is a plus

Physical Requirements

Caregivers must be able to perform the essential functions of their assigned role, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, completing light household tasks, and safely assisting clients with mobility and transfers.

About Senior Helpers of New Haven Coast

Senior Helpers of New Haven Coast is an independently owned and operated franchisee of SH Franchising, LLC dba Senior Helpers®. Senior Helpers is a nationally recognized provider of in-home, non-medical care to seniors. Our mission is to provide compassionate care and improve the quality of life for our clients, their families, and our employees.

Senior Helpers of New Haven Coast is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to any status protected by applicable law.