Homemaker/Companion Retirees and Veterans

Right at Home

Wallingford, CT

$16 to $22 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off
Full-Time

Job Description

Right At Home In Home Care, located in Wallingford CT is currently hiring retirees and veterans looking for new opportunities as a Homemaker/Companion. The ideal candidate will be open to change, willingness to learn new skills, provide companionship and home care assistance to our elderly clients.

Targeted areas: Wallingford, Meriden, Middletown, Southington, Cheshire, Waterbury, Naugatuck, Watertown, Woodbury and surrounding areas.
Great opportunity for high school seniors, college students, retirees, and veterans

Compensation and Benefits for the Caregiver

Full time, Part-time Salary: $16.00-$22.00/hour
Competitive
Employee Referral bonus
Flexibility! We work with you to set your schedule
Salary weekly pay w/direct deposit
Paid time off
PAID training, Orientation, and Development
Paid travel time in between clients & mileage
Medical Benefits - Including Vision & Dental
Extremely Positive Work Environment
Employee Discount Programs
Access to Leadership
Recognition, celebrations, and great team interactions!

Requirements of the Caregiver:

Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Reliable Transportation
Valid Driver's license and auto insurance
High School diploma or GED
Must have the ability to pass a full employment background check
Must have basic computer skills and navigate with little assistance from others

Nice to Have's:

CNA or HHA Certification
6 months of experience as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide in healthcare preferred
Covid Vaccination
CPR and First Aid Certification

Want to join a company that truly makes a difference in the world? During these trying times, Right at Home wants to help and support you. We want to provide you with the opportunity to serve a population that needs you right now. #BeEssential as a Right at Home Caregiver! We stand prepared to equip you with the right PPE protection and are ready to assist as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities.

What You'll Do and Who You Are:

The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:

We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset. You're the honest, energetic and approachable type; able to get along and communicate easily with people at all levels. You're never short of a smile and take real pride in your work; cope well under pressure and thrive on a challenge.

You don't mind getting a little dirty...this could include (but not limited to) assistance with eating, personal hygiene, assistance with dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, laundry, and other household chores.

You don't have to be a gourmet chef but you can prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.

You are able to assist the client in many ways, this could include (but are not limited to), medication reminders, assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises, dementia care, companionship activities such as reading, music, puzzles, etc.

Perks:

Flexibility! We work with you to set your schedule
PAID training and development
Paid travel time in between clients & mileage
Medical Benefits - Including Vision & Dental
Extremely Positive Work Environment
Employee Discount Programs
Access to Leadership
Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions!

Must Haves:

Must be 18 years of age
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
Must possess a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
You must have a high school diploma or GED
Meets the requirements for employees providing direct patient care
Must have the ability to pass a full employment background check
Must have successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State licensing law for home health agencies
Current CPR Certificate is recommended
6 months experience as a Home Health Aide in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State-approved Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide course.

Why Join Our Team?

This is your chance to make a difference in the world by serving one person at a time. Find the job you love - join Right at Home. Keep in mind, this is just basic information. You'll find out more after you apply. As an independently-owned franchised or licensed locations may have different requirements.

Our office is open and ready to serve your needs. We want to give you a job that you can count on in this time of uncertainty. Hours are flexible and we are eager to discuss a schedule that works best for you. Apply online at (blank) or give us a call at (blank) to accept a role that will make a difference to those we serve.

*If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time by contacting the location nearest to you. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Compensation: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Right at Home's mission is simple...to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We accomplish this by providing the Right Care, and we deliver this brand promise each and every day around the world. However, we couldn't do it without having the Right People. Our care teams are passionate about serving our clients and are committed to providing the personal care and attention of a friend, whenever and wherever it is needed.

That's where you come in. At Right at Home, we help ordinary people who have a passion to serve others become extraordinary care team members. We seek to find people who are compassionate, empathetic, reliable, determined and are focused on improving the quality of life for others.

To our care team members, we commit to deliver the following experiences when you partner with Right at Home:

We promise to help you become the best you can be. We will equip you as a professional by providing best in class training and investing in your professional development.
We promise to coach you to success. We're always available to support you and offer you tips to be the best at delivering care to clients.
We promise to keep the lines of communication open. We will listen to your ideas and suggestions as you are critical to our success in providing the best possible care to clients. We will provide you timely information and feedback about the care you provide to clients.
We promise to celebrate your success. We will appreciate the work you do, recognize above and beyond efforts, and reward you with competitive pay.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Right at Home Franchising Corporate.