About us

Homewatch CareGivers is a local business in Windsor, CT. We are rewarding, collaborative, and inclusive and our goal is to preserve dignity, protect independence, and provide peace of mind for our clients and their loved ones. Getting to know our clients in a holistic manner is at the core of our person-centered approach to care and is seen throughout every part of our organization. At Homewatch CareGivers, we care deeply about the well-being of our clients and their family members, our partners, and our employees.

Our work environment includes:

• Flexible working hours
• Growth opportunities
• Benefits package
• Equal Opportunity Employer that values our diverse team of caregivers and office staff

Each client is unique and job responsibilities vary according to the needs of the client. Common responsibilities include:

• Assisting with personal hygiene like bathing/showering, toileting, changing, and oral hygiene
• Transferring clients with or without mechanical lifts
• Homemaking duties: meal prep, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, etc.
• Companionship
• Transportation
• Monitoring & documentation
• Other non-medical home care duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics:

• Ability and willingness to safely assist elders and clients of all ages with their care needs including assisting with hands-on care
• Dependable - able to commit to your scheduled shifts and reliably get to and from your clients' homes
• Compassionate, flexible, and able to work with many different personalities in a positive manner
• Openness to feedback and learning new approaches and techniques
• Professional and trustworthy
• Able to work independently in a client's home

Additional Qualifications

• Age 18 years or older (age 21 or older if providing transportation)
• Able to legally work in the United States
• Satisfactory results of a criminal background check and drug test
• Verifiable references
• Reliable transportation and backup transportation

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.75 - $16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Rotating weekends

Application Question(s):

• Please share this space to include additional information, such as paid and unpaid caregiving experience that isn't listed on your resume, what you will use for transportation if you're unable to drive yourself, your preferences/questions, or anything else you'd like to share

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License/Adult Permit and a Reliable Vehicle (Preferred)

Work Location: In person