Live-In CNA / Caregiver
- Live-in
- CNA certification
- Driver's license
How this pay compares
This posting states $281.93 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in Connecticut post a median of $19 an hour, the middle half $18.25–$19.50, across 145 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in Connecticut earn a median of $18.75 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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- A registered homemaker-companion agency must have a prospective employee who may provide companion or homemaker services submit to a comprehensive background check before hire, and submits employee information for the state home care provider registry; the statute sets no training hours.
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 76.1% · Stating an hourly rate 73.8%
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About the job
LIVE-IN CNA / CAREGIVER (FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME)
Pay
$16.94 per paid hour, plus applicable overtime
- 13 paid working hours per live-in day ($281.93 average daily earnings)
- Up to $3,947.02 before taxes in a biweekly pay period when working a 7-day schedule
Location
Southeastern & Eastern Connecticut (Client homes throughout New London County and surrounding areas)
Schedule and Employment Type
Full-Time or Part-Time (Agreed-upon live-in rotation schedules; requires 8 consecutive hours of sleep time and 3 hours of break time daily)
Join the Gold Standard Team
At Assured Quality Homecare (ASQ), we believe that providing extraordinary care starts with empowering our care professionals. Founded by a hospice nurse and her husband, ASQ is a nurse-owned, family-owned agency dedicated to raising the standard of home care across Connecticut and Rhode Island.
We are seeking dependable, compassionate Live-In Care Professionals who thrive in an independent home environment. If you take pride in establishing strong one-on-one relationships, maintaining high professional standards, and giving clients and their families true peace of mind, we welcome you to apply.
What You’ll Do
As a Live-In Care Professional, you will reside in the client's home for your agreed-upon rotation, providing continuous support while maintaining professional boundaries and promoting client independence.
- Assist with personal care needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting with dignity and respect.
- Support mobility, safe transfers, walking, and prescribed gentle exercises.
- Prepare nutritious meals, encourage proper hydration, and handle light housekeeping and laundry to keep the home safe and clean.
- Provide timely medication reminders and meaningful companionship.
- Follow individualized care plans closely and maintain accurate daily documentation.
- Observe and communicate changes in physical condition or behavior promptly to the ASQ clinical team.
- Record all completed duties, as well as any interrupted break or sleep time spent assisting the client, to ensure accurate pay.
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and current auto insurance (Required).
- CNA license from any U.S. state, HHA certification, other recognized professional caregiver training, or completion of ASQ’s Empower Training Academy PCA program (CT requirement).
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Basic technology skills for completing required daily documentation on a mobile device.
- Ability to work independently, manage daily routines, and adapt calmly to changing client needs.
- Ability to satisfy all background check, health screening, and onboarding requirements.
- For candidates without formal credentials: Selected Connecticut applicants may complete paid training through ASQ's Empower Training Academy in Norwich prior to starting client assignments.
Who Thrives at ASQ
ASQ A-Players are self-motivated, accountable professionals who treat every client like family. You will thrive in this live-in role if you:
- Demonstrate Integrity: Maintain precise daily documentation, respect client privacy, and uphold strict ethical standards when working independently.
- Show Compassion: Build genuine trust with clients through active listening, patience, and respectful personal care.
- Stay Dedicated: Arrive prepared, remain fully present throughout your shift, and fulfill your complete rotation commitment reliably.
- Practice Resourcefulness: Problem-solve everyday household situations effectively while knowing exactly when to escalate clinical concerns to our nursing team.
Understanding Live-In Schedule & Compensation
- Daily Structure: Each 24-hour live-in day includes 13 paid working hours, 3 unpaid break hours, and 8 unpaid sleep hours.
- Overtime & Interruptions: You are not automatically paid for 24 hours. However, if your continuous 8-hour sleep period or scheduled break is interrupted to assist the client, that time is recorded and fully paid.
- Commitment: Candidates must be able to complete their full agreed-upon shift rotation (full-time multi-day schedules or part-time weekend schedules).
Benefits
- Very competitive live-in rates with clear daily earnings and overtime opportunities
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation
- No-cost supplemental benefits
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Supportive, nurse-led management available when you need guidance
Career Growth
We value your dedication and love to see our team members advance. Care professionals at ASQ can work toward:
- Advanced and specialized client care assignments
- Mentoring newly hired care professionals
- Training-assistant opportunities through Empower Training Academy
- Field leadership and team-lead roles
About ASQ
Assured Quality Homecare was founded by hospice nurse Samanta “Sam” Descombes-Roseme and her husband, Caleb, to raise the standard of home care. ASQ is a nurse-owned, family-owned agency committed to providing exceptional care while giving employees the training, communication, and leadership support they need to succeed.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are a dependable, values-driven care professional who takes ownership of your work and wants to make a lasting impact in a client's life, we want to hear from you. Apply today to start your journey with Assured Quality Homecare!
Areas We Serve
Connecticut
New London County: Bozrah, Baltic, Colchester, East Lyme, Franklin, Gales Ferry, Groton, Jewett City, Ledyard, Lisbon, Lyme, Montville, Mystic, Niantic, Noank, North Stonington, Old Lyme, Pawcatuck, Preston, Quaker Hill, Salem, Stonington, Uncasville, Waterford, and surrounding areas.
Rhode Island
Kent County: Coventry, East Greenwich, Warwick, West Greenwich, and West Warwick.
Providence County: Burrillville, Central Falls, Cranston, Cumberland, East Providence, Foster, Glocester, Johnston, Lincoln, North Providence, North Smithfield, Pawtucket, Providence, Scituate, Smithfield, Woonsocket, Chepachet, Pascoag, and surrounding areas.
Washington County/South County: Charlestown, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, New Shoreham, North Kingstown, Richmond, South Kingstown, Westerly, Ashaway, Bradford, Hope Valley, Kingston, Misquamicut, Wakefield, Watch Hill, Weekapaug, West Kingston, and surrounding areas.
From Assured Quality Homecare (Norwich, CT)'s job posting, checked 11 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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