Caregiver - Personal Care Experience Preferred

Visiting Angels Home Caregiver OpportunityA flexible and rewarding career is possible with Visiting Angels. Join our compassionate team of caregivers in Brookfield, CT.We are hiring now for immediate shifts. Apply today!Personal care experience preferred. 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 seniorsFlexible scheduling available - hiring for all shifts! - FT/PT/Overnight/Live-InFree online CEU and training courses through Visiting Angels UniversityRetailer perks and discountsHealth plans available for FT caregivers401K (up to 3.5% employer match)Referral Bonus for qualified candidatesPaid sick time (up to 40 hours)Organized and supportive office staff, who provides timely employee feedbackCaregiver responsibilities:Provide non-medical assistance and companionship to seniors in their homesProvide personal care and hygiene assistance, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily livingAssist clients with mobility and other hands-on care needs as appropriateHelp with household errands and provide transportation to and from appointmentsPerform grocery shopping, meal preparation tasks, and light housekeepingMonitor medication schedules and provide reminders throughout the dayPosition requirements:Must be at least 18 years of age or olderMinimum 12 months of caregiving experiencePersonal care experience preferredHigh School Diploma or EquivalentMust have reliable or personal transportationMust be able to speak and read EnglishDementia experience preferredCertified Nurse's Aide / HHA preferredAbility to work in a facility environment preferredAbout 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.Apply today to learn more about becoming a home caregiver with Visiting Angels!