FirstLight Home Care of Westchester is looking for mature caregivers to provide companionship to the seniors of Westchester county, and lower Putnam county. No certifications are required for the companion caregiver position, just compassion! If you have experience in caring for a family member, this can be the perfect choice for you! The companion position is a part time or per diem work schedule.

Caregivers are NOT providing medical care to their patients, but assisting with the following tasks instead:

-Light Housekeeping

-Laundry

-Light Meal Preparation

-Doctor’s visits, Errands, and Attending Activities in the community.

-Providing companionship

Requirements include:

-Fluent in English

-At least 21 years of age

-Valid driver’s license

-Reliable vehicle to transport yourself to and from work, as well as the patient while on the shift.

-Car insurance

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.55 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a reliable vehicle to transport you to, from and on the shift while with your patient?
• Are you willing to commute to the upper Westchester area? Areas include: Ossining, Somers, Yorktown and Mt Kisco.

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person