Homemaker

We are hiring Homemakers to join Athena Care at Home in Connecticut!

We offer shift differentials.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As a Homemaker, you perform tasks that enable our patients to remain in the comfort of their home by supplementing the patient and caregiver abilities for home management.

Education & Experience:

• At least 18 years old.
• Prior experience as a Homemaker is preferred but not required.
• Successfully completed the homemaker/housekeeper/companion test with a passing score of 75% or better.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Ability to travel. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• A least one (1) year’s successful employment experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists patients in self-care activities.
• Provides homemaking activities for the terminally ill.
• Observes the patient for changes in general physical and mental conditions.  Reports any changes noted to the Director.
• Keeps the private home clean and orderly.
• Plans meals and purchases food and household supplies, as appropriate.
• Prepares and serves nutritious meals according to the family’s needs and the patient’s plan of care.
• Washes dishes and cleans the kitchen after meals.
• Assists the family in the practice of safety, hygiene, and good nutrition where possible.
• Provides for cleaning of laundry.
• Carries out care and entertainment of children in the home.
• Adheres to the documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Other duties assigned by managerial team.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Athena Care at Home is managed by Athena Health Care Systems. Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.