Urgent Role: Croatian-Speaking Caregiver – $30/hr | Westchester County
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About the job
We are seeking a compassionate Croatian-speaking Companion Caregiver to support a 76-year-old male client living with dementia in the White Plains / Valhalla area of Westchester County .
This is a meaningful opportunity to provide companionship, cultural connection, and engaging support to a client who values his Croatian heritage.
About the Role
- Provide companionship, conversation, and cognitive engagement
- Accompany client on walks and simple outings
- Engage in games and meaningful activities
- Assist with light housekeeping (laundry, simple meal preparation)
Ideal Candidate:
Fluent in Croatian (required)
- Experience with dementia care preferred
- Warm, patient, and engaging personality
- Enjoys conversation, cultural connection, and companionship-based care
Location: White Plains / Valhalla, Westchester County
Conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from the Valhalla Metro-North station
Schedule
- 2–3 days per week
- 4–8 hour shifts
- Between 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Flexible scheduling within these hours
Pay: $30/hour
Why This Role Stands Out
- Flexible schedule
- Easy commute via MetroNorth
- Opportunity to make an impact through companionship and cultural connection
How to Apply
To apply, please send your updated resume and a brief cover letter to talent@renewalmemory.org .
Join us and help make a meaningful difference in home care - transforming lives through compassion, connection, and quality support for our clients.
We look forward to reviewing your application.
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Come join our growing community of Care Partners who share this common purpose! At Renewal Memory Partners, we are dedicated to providing holistic, person-centered care to people living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Our organization is also committed to providing affirming care to the LGBTQ community.
For all Care Partners of Renewal Memory Partners, we are proud to offer:
- Community: We understand that caring for older adults can be isolating at times, and we strive to build community among Care Partners through ongoing support groups, dynamic trainings, and virtual meet-ups.
- Professional Development: Through the Renewal Memory Institute, you will have access to best-in-class trainings offered by a multidisciplinary team of experts. You may also have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research studies through our partnerships with university and hospital-based teams.
- Competitive Compensation: At Renewal Memory Partners, we strive to offer top starting pay, plus a wide range of benefits.
- A Person-Centered Approach that Honors You: We celebrate both our clients and our Care Partners as diverse individuals, and actively learn about their hobbies, backgrounds, and interests. We thoughtfully match clients and Care Partners who can build genuine, authentic connections.
Responsibilities
- Providing companionship to older adults and people with chronic health conditions in their homes (e.g., discussing current events, creating artwork, reviewing photo albums).
- Providing compassionate, patient hands-on personal care support for ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transfers.
- Planning activities outside the home and accompanying clients to keep them engaged with the world and their favorite pastimes (e.g., trips to museums, concerts, plays, or the park).
- Escorting clients to doctors’ appointments.
- Running errands for clients (e.g., grocery shopping, sundries).
- Reminding clients to take their medications.
- Doing light exercise with clients (e.g., helping with stretching routine or prescribed physical therapy).
- Assisting clients in preparing meals.
- Performing light housekeeping, such as dusting, tidying, and laundry.
Qualifications
We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds including the creative arts and healthcare fields. Our employment is selective.
Strong candidates possess
- A passion for caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Prior experience working with this population is valued, but not required.
- An accredited high school diploma, though we prefer candidates with college and advanced degrees.
- Deep empathy and patience.
- Flexibility, reliability, and responsiveness.
- Creativity and a positive, open-hearted approach.
- Strong composure under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust-based relationships with clients and their families.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Referral Bonus for Care Partners and Clients
- Daily Pay - Access your earnings 24-48 hours after a shift
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Trainings
- Care Partner of the Month Awards – We celebrate you!
- 401(k) for Senior Care Partners
- 24/7 Client Services Support
- 24/7 RN Support
Job Type : Part-time
Work Location : In person
From Renewal Memory Partners's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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