Homemaker and Companion

Job overview

The Homemaker and Companion role is onsite in Petersburg, VA, with service locations also listed in Hopewell, Colonial Heights, Emporia, Prince George, Sussex, Surry, Dinwiddie, and Greensville. Compensation is not specified. Crater District Area Agency on Aging provides services to older adults and people needing support at home. The role helps clients maintain clean, safe, and comfortable homes while providing limited personal support. Household assistance, errands, light meal preparation, companionship, and communication with agency staff support clients’ day-to-day needs.

What you'll do

• Dust, vacuum, mop, do laundry, and perform general cleaning
• assist clients with shopping and errands
• prepare light meals
• offer companionship and friendly conversation
• teach basic home management skills when appropriate
• communicate client needs and updates to agency staff
• complete required documentation
• follow agency protocols and pass required background and drug screening.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

homemaker

companion

part-time

petersburg va

hopewell va

colonial heights va

emporia va

prince george va

sussex va

surry va

dinwiddie va

greensville va

crater district area agency on aging

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid sick time

Why this role

Prior caregiving, personal care, or home management experience and CPR or First Aid certification are preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Paid sick time.

About the employer

Crater District Area Agency on Aging is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.