Homemaker/Companion Jobs

We are seeking to hire local homemakers and companions for the elderly in the Old Saybrook, Clinton, Madison, Essex, Westbrook, Lyme/Old Lyme, Niantic, and Waterford areas. No license or previous experience is required – we offer paid training to all staff.

Many of our caregivers have varying professional backgrounds. What all our employees have in common is a strong desire to help others.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Every client varies in terms of their personal needs. Some may need help around the house performing general activities, while others are looking for company and socialization. Here are some tasks you may be asked to perform as a homemaker/companion:

• Light housekeeping
• Meal preparation
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Socialization
• Kitchen/Bathroom cleaning
• Vacuum and dusting
• Transport and accompany to appointments, errands, Senior Center, etc.
• Grocery shopping
• Companionship: go for walks, take client for a ride in the car, play cards, board games

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Providing top-notch care starts with you! Your ability to care is a gift. In addition to this, we also require that all of our caregivers possess the following qualities:

• Reliable means of transportation. Driver’s license/car not required but caregiver must be able to have his/her own means of getting to and from client’s homes.
• Kind heart with a passion for serving others
• Previous experience preferred, but not required!
• Ability to pass federal background check
• Ability to pass drug test
• At least 1-2 professional references
• Ability to speak English sufficiently so as to perform the duties of the job

WHAT WE OFFER:

We value our employees like family! Join our Golden Horizons team to enjoy the benefits below & more!

• Competitive Wages
• Weekly Pay with direct deposit
• Flexible Scheduling! Work part-time or full-time based on your own needs
• Paid training
• 401K Benefits Available after a year of employment
• PPE, Gloves, Masks & Sanitizers provided for safety measures