Personal Care Attendant

Personal Care Attendant (PCA)/Homemaker Companion

Right at Home is looking for a Personal Care Attendant (PCA)/Homemaker Companion for our male and female clients throughout South Eastern, CT.

Are you looking for something interactive and social to do in your free time? Do you want to give back to your community and help others who need you? If so, you are looking in the right place.

With joining the "A" team, you have the unique opportunity to improve the quality of life to those you will serve by working at Right at Home, an In-Home Care & Assistance company, and one of the fastest growing international home care companies with over 25 years of experience.

We need your brains, ambition, and passion to continue to help people bridge the gap and gift peace of mind to those you serve. Working with us will give you the financial rewards and flexibility to suit your lifestyle. You'll get recognized for your efforts and will truly make a lasting difference.

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 dirtythis could include (but not limited to) assistance with eating, personal hygiene, 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.

Must Haves:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have reliable consistent means of communication
• Must possess a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance
• You must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must have the ability to pass a full employment background check

Nice to Have's:

• CNA or HHA license is preferred
• 6 month experience as a Personal Care Assistant in healthcare preferred
• 1-3 years of experience as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide in healthcare (in homes or facilities)

Perks:

• Flexibility! We work with you to set your schedule
• PAID training and development
• Paid travel time in between clients & mileage
• Extremely Positive Work Environment
• Employee Discount Programs
• Recognition, celebrations, and great team interactions!

Why Right at Home?

We truly believe that where you work matters and as a company who believes in improving the lives of those that we serve, we think we know a thing or two about what makes our employees happy.

Here is what our employees say about us:

• "It's wonderful to work for a company that treats their employees with the same care and respect they want us to provide to clients."
• "I know I'm never alone! If I have a question or an issue, there is always someone available to help me. This means the world to me!"

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. Compensation: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour.