Home Health Aide

SYNERGY HomeCare New Haven, CT 06518, US

$17.50 - $19 / hour

Caregiver Requirements:

Access to transportation to travel to shifts in towns outside Hamden, not on bus lines (Driver's license and car strongly preferred).
Have a drive to want to help and connect with others who need your assistance with daily activities.
Be dependable to be there for one on one assistance for clients counting on you for every scheduled shift.

As a Caregiver with Synergy HomeCare of Cheshire, you will:

Provide one on one interaction with clients beyond physical tasks that need to be performed
Assist client with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders
Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers
Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering shifts
Provide transportation to outings and appointments for clients who can no longer transport themselves

Our primary areas of service are:

Cheshire, Hamden, North Haven, New Haven, Oxford, Prospect, Southington, Woodbridge, Bethany and Beacon Falls

Synergy HomeCare of Cheshire offers:

Pay range $17.50 to $19.00 per hour plus short shift bonus
Paid Sick Leave
Retirement Savings Account
Direct Deposit
Paid orientation and ongoing training
Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays
Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee recognition programs
Employee referral bonus
Easy timekeeping, scheduling and communication through our Mobile App
Dental, Vision, and Accident Insurance available

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