Position Overview

Experience the satisfaction of helping seniors and growing with a dynamic brand. The Part-Time Estate Preparation Specialist plays an essential role in supporting and guiding clients through significant life transitions. This position is ideal for individuals who are organized, compassionate, and committed to making a positive impact in the community. If you are seeking engaging, meaningful, and hands-on work, we would love to connect with you!

About Caring Transitions of Newport, RI

Caring Transitions of Newport, RI is dedicated to helping both seniors and non-seniors relocate, downsize, and manage online auctions or estate sales with ease. As a new service provider in the region, with the strong backing and national reputation of the Caring Transitions brand, we are excited to build a local team to bring our expertise and enthusiastic support to various communities across the Ocean State.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service while assisting clients with downsizing, relocation, and estate liquidation through both online auctions and in-person estate sales.
• Participate in diverse daily tasks, making a meaningful difference for clients each day.
• Collaborate with a team to organize and relocate clients, as well as liquidate items no longer needed.
• Sort, pack, unpack, and resettle clients into their new homes or senior living communities.
• Identify items for auctions, donations, and disposal.
• Utilize hand-held devices to photograph, describe, and list items for online auctions.
• Organize, research, label, and prepare items for resale.
• Assist buyers during on-site pickups and sales events.
• Consistently adhere to health, safety, and company guidelines and best practices.

Required Experience and Skills

• Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times.
• Show compassion and respect toward senior clients and their families.
• Exhibit strong verbal communication skills and proficiency in English.
• Complete tasks efficiently in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Adapt willingly to cluttered or unclean workspaces; protective gear such as gloves and aprons are provided.
• Possess excellent prioritization and organizational abilities.
• Display punctuality and attention to detail.
• Desire to professionally grow within the company is preferred.
• Maintain flexibility to adjust and pivot within the role as needed.
• Stand for long periods, bend, lift up to 25 pounds, hang items at or above 4 feet, pack/unpack and label boxes, climb stairs. Carry supplies, items, and moving boxes to/from vehicles, within a home or outbuilding.
• Note that we are not movers! (We use professional movers for furniture and other heavy items.)
• All applicants must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation and a smartphone for scheduling, time management, and project coordination.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment background check.

Benefits of Working With Us

• Flexible, part-time work schedule.
• Starting Pay Rate: $20/hour. Pay increases after successful trial period.
• Abundant Growth Opportunities: Benefit from numerous chances to advance, with a focus on promoting team leads from within our dedicated staff.
• Ever-changing Workspaces: Embrace the variety of working in new places frequently, offering a dynamic and non-repetitive work experience.
• Engaging Problem-Solving Role: Tackle challenges independently while contributing meaningfully within a collaborative and supportive team setting.
• Enjoy a positive and fun workplace—where your efforts truly matter within the community!

Want to know more about Caring Transitions? 

• Visit https://www.caringtransitions.com/