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Short Shift Caregiver/CNA

HCAOA (Home Care Association of America)

Glastonbury, CTJob$18–20/hrPosted 4mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–20/hr
Location
Glastonbury, CT
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

HCAOA (Home Care Association of America) is hiring a Short Shift Caregiver/CNA. ComForCare Home Care is seeking dedicated caregivers and CNAs to assist clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort in their homes. The role involves providing personal care, mobility assistance, meal management, household maintenance, and companionship. The organization values its home care aides, offering a supportive environment, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for meaningful client relationships.

Key focus areas include Provide personal care assistance, Aid with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic range of motion exercises, and Manage meal planning, preparation, and feeding support.

Successful candidates bring Two Years Experience With Senior Adults, Reliable Means Of Transportation, and Successful Completion Of Mandatory Drug Screening And Background Check. Important skills include Serving And Helping Others. Preferred (not required): Personal Care Assistance, Aiding With Mobility, Transfers, and Therapeutic Range Of Motion Exercises.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Serving and Helping OthersPersonal Care AssistanceAiding With MobilityTransfersTherapeutic Range of Motion ExercisesMeal PlanningMeal PreparationFeeding SupportHousehold MaintenanceCompanionshipProfessional Respite ServicesDementia CareHospice CareEnd-of-Life SupportWork Comfortably in Homes With Pets

Qualifications

Two Years Verifiable Experience Working With Senior AdultsReliable Means of TransportationSuccessful Completion of Mandatory Drug ScreeningComprehensive Background CheckTB Test ResultCNA, HHA, or PCA CertificationValid Driver's License With Proof of Insurance for a Reliable Personal VehiclePrior Professional Experience as an in-Home Caregiver or Within Senior Living Communities

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Benefits:

  • Simple IRA

  • paid training

  • Flexible schedule

  • Paid time off

Join the ComForCare Home Care Family! At ComForCare Home Care, we highly value our home care aides and maintain a supportive, familial working environment. We are committed to recognizing your achievements and fostering a positive atmosphere while prioritizing the well-being of both our clients and employees.

Opportunities within our organization include:

  • Cultivating significant, personalized relationships with clients in their residences.
  • Contributing positively to the community through assistance and service to others.
  • Benefiting from a flexible scheduling structure.
  • Engaging in a rewarding and enjoyable professional experience. Responsibilities (Your Role):

You will be responsible for assisting clients with activities of daily living to promote independence and comfort within their homes. Key duties encompass:

  • Providing personal care assistance.

  • Aiding with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic range of motion exercises.

  • Managing meal planning, preparation, and feeding support.

  • Addressing essential household maintenance requirements.

  • Offering companionship and professional respite services to family members. Compensation Structure:

  • Short Shifts (2-3 hours): An additional $1 per hour.

  • All Other Shifts: Standard hourly pay rate. Candidate Requirements (Qualifications & Requirements):

We are seeking dedicated individuals with a sincere commitment to serving and helping others achieve their highest quality of life.

Mandatory Qualifications:

  • A minimum of two years of verifiable experience working with senior adults.

  • Possession of reliable means of transportation.

  • Successful completion of a mandatory drug screening and comprehensive background check.

  • TB test result is required

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications:

  • CNA, HHA, or PCA Certification (formal certification or evidence of professional training is advantageous).

  • Valid driver's license with proof of insurance for a reliable personal vehicle.

  • Prior professional experience as an in-home caregiver or within senior living communities.

  • Experience in Dementia/Hospice care, including end-of-life support (not mandatory, but considered a valuable asset).

  • Ability to work comfortably in homes with pets is a plus.

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