What is Rewarding Work?
Rewarding Work is a tool to connect individuals and families with qualified candidates for all types of caregiving jobs across Connecticut. As a paid caregiver, you’ll assist with general caregiving responsibilities like personal care, individual support, and respite work. Create a FREE account and complete an application to start applying to jobs today!
Job applicants never pay a fee.
Pause and reactivate your profile at any time.
Apply to jobs on our job board and let employers find you.
The Rewarding Work Process - How it Works
With Rewarding Work, you’ll be connected with employers in your area through our caregiver directory and job board. You’ll create a free account, complete a job application, then search and apply for jobs. Potential employers can also reach out to you directly.
Find a Caregiver Job that Makes a Difference!
Families throughout Connecticut are hiring caregivers to provide in-home and community support to children and adults with intellectual disability as they take part in everyday life.
Every job is unique! Job duties may include personal care, transportation to appointments, recreational activities, job coaching, skill building, respite care and more.
Flexible, full and part-time positions are available. Make your own schedule, work as much as you want, and feel good about the work you do.
Rewarding Work Partners with the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
Rewarding Work is based in Massachusetts and was the first web-based matching service directory of its kind. We partner with the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to connect qualified and caring paid caregivers with individuals with intellectual disabilities who need assistance. Please note that employees hired to work for individuals participating in CT DDS services are employed by individual employers and are not considered state employees. The use of Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) is a condition of employment if you are hired by an individual participating in CT DDS services.
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Reviews from Recent Job Seekers
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The role of caregiver is a constantly evolving role that changes with the health and needs of your client. I'm passionate about advocating for and helping others to reach their goals.
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Vicki, New Haven, CT
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I am a compassionate caregiver with a passion for making a positive difference in people's lives. After taking a break to raise my three children, I am now eager to return to a job that I love.
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Kristie, Waterford, CT
“I find helping other people achieve independence in their activities of daily living to be rewarding and fulfilling work
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Jeremy, Dudley, MA
Hear From Our Rewarding Work Family
Ginny Discusses Her Caregivers
Ginny talks about how important caregivers are in her life and shares a heart-warming story that exemplifies what “rewarding work” really means.
How RW Helped Deidra Find the Right Fit
Deidra, who supports adults with disabilities who wish to remain living independently in their community, describes how Rewarding Work helped her find the right person to hire.