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Job Posting: Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Locations Hiring Immediately: Guilford, Durham, Northford, Colchester, Middletown, Cromwell, Waterbury, New Britain, Newington, Southington, Derby, Wallingford, Meriden, Rocky HillÂ
Position Type: Parttime per diem
4‑hour shifts, morning/evening split shifts, overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays
About the Role
We are urgently hiring compassionate, dependable Caregivers / Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support clients in their homes across multiple Connecticut towns. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, attentive, and committed to helping seniors maintain dignity, comfort, and independence.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility
- Support Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs): meal prep, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, medication reminder
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Assist with safe transfers using gait belts, Hoyer lifts, and other mechanical devices. (training provided)
- Follow individualized care plans and maintain accurate documentation
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and supervisors
- Maintain a clean, safe, and respectful environment
Required Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license
- Insured, reliable vehicle
- Willing to drive up to 30 minutes for client assignments
- Willing to work 4‑hour shifts, morning/evening split shifts, and overnight shifts
- Available to work weekends and holidays
- Ability to perform physical tasks using proper body mechanics
- Minimum 4 years of experience working with clients with Dementia
- Experience supporting clients with Parkinson’s disease and mobility challenges
- Comfortable working in homes with pets
- Experience as a Caregiver, PCA, HHA, CNA, or similar role preferred (training available)
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to consistent scheduling
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- Background check required
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Immediate openings in multiple towns
- Consistent, recurring schedules
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Meaningful work that directly improves clients’ and caregivers’ quality of life
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief introduction describing your years of experience in homecare, availability to cover shifts, transportation, and willingness to travel for assignments. Qualified candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview. Please email your resume to: admin@opaatct.com
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