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Part Time Senior Companion (Dementia Experience Required) – Buffalo, NY

BuffaloOnsitePart TimeSenior$18–$20 /hrPosted 8 days ago

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Required skills

  • Dementia Experience
  • senior caregiving
  • home organization
  • cleanliness management
  • pet-friendly
  • cats
  • reliable transportation
  • background check
  • legal authorization to work

Nice to have

  • compassionate
  • reliable

Role summary

A family in Buffalo, NY is seeking a part-time Senior Companion for an older adult with dementia. The role involves 6 hours per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 hours per day) providing companion care, medication reminders, meal preparation, errands, and light housekeeping. Requirements include 1+ year of senior caregiving experience, demonstrated dementia care management, home organization skills, comfort with cats, and reliable transportation. Compensation is $18-$20 per hour. A background check and proof of legal work authorization are required.

Part Time Senior Companion (Dementia Experience Required) – Buffalo, NY

A welcoming family in Buffalo, NY 14221 is seeking a compassionate, reliable caregiver to provide part-time companion care and non-medical support for an older adult with dementia.

Schedule

  • Total Hours: 6 hours per week
  • Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Shift Length: 3 hours per day (flexible options for 12:00 PM–3:00 PM or 4:00 PM–7:00 PM)

    • Home Environment

    5+ cats in the home

    Responsibilities

  • Provide engaging companion care aligned with the care recipient's interests (reading, cooking, and pets)
  • Manage medication reminders
  • Prepare meals and assist with grocery shopping and local errands
  • Provide light housekeeping and assist with home cleanliness and organization

    • Requirements

  • 1 year or more of senior caregiving experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing dementia care
  • Demonstrated experience with home organization and cleanliness management
  • Pet-friendly and comfortable working around multiple cats
  • Reliable transportation for running errands and grocery shopping

    • Compensation

  • $18-$20 per hour (commensurate with experience)

    • All candidates will be subject to a background check. This position requires proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. The family is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

    To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your relevant experience

    Important Information:

    Wellthy is not an agency. This is a private, family-hired position. We provide Care Coordination services to families nationwide, which may include connecting families with potential caregivers. All caregivers are hired directly by the family and are not employed by Wellthy. We take privacy very seriously. For questions on our Applicant Privacy Policy or to review, please visit our careers page. (Job #173078).

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