Caregiver / Companion Aide at Mohegan Lake, NY
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$22 an hour. Open caregiver jobs in New York post a median of $19.65 an hour, the middle half $18.65–$20.33, across 231 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Caregivers employed in New York earn a median of $19.05 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 1:30–6:30 PM + occasional Saturdays
About the Role
We’re seeking an extroverted, reliable Caregiver to provide companionship and personal assistance for an elderly client. The ideal candidate will bring warmth, attentiveness, and energy to support daily routines and ensure safety.
Responsibilities
- Offer companionship, conversation, and social engagement
- Monitor overall wellbeing and encourage participation in activities
- Assist with grooming and dressing supervision
- Support ambulation and fall prevention (client is a major fall risk)
- Help client move safely between floors of the home
- Prepare tea/snacks and provide light assistance with meals
- Ensure punctuality and consistent attendance
Qualifications
- Prior caregiving or companion care experience preferred
- Outgoing personality; enjoys conversation and social interaction
- Strong reliability - must be on time, every shift
- Ability to assist with mobility using gait belt and walker
- Compassionate, patient, and safetyminded
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay
- Supportive family environment
- Consistent weekly schedule with occasional weekend shifts
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in someone’s daily life
Apply today to bring companionship, safety, and care to our client’s home!
From UniversaCare's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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