What are the responsibilities and job description for the Companion Aide position at ComForCare Home Health Care - Fredericksburg?
Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
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The Companion works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee and provides direct observation and companionship to clients in their homes. The hours required for this position may vary.
Job Responsibilities
The Companion works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee and provides direct observation and companionship to clients in their homes. The hours required for this position may vary.
Job Responsibilities
- Functions within the limitations of the individual assignment.
- Services provided may include supervision and various companionship activities that promote the client’s well being. Companion services typically do not involve hands-on care such as bathing and dressing.
- Attends to the client's requests promptly.
- Provides companionship, socialization, and light housekeeping services.
- Assists with food preparation when included on the Aide Care Plan.
- Performs transportation services as authorized by the Agency to doctor’s appointments and other errands.
- Knows and follows infection control policies including proper hand washing techniques.
- Maintains appropriate communication with the Manager of Care Services (written and verbal) and with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Documents care given and pertinent observations accurately as directed by the Aide Care Plan.
- Treats clients and families with respect. Maintains confidentiality.
- Accepts and fulfills assignments with the Agency. Exercises judgment in accepting assignments.
- Attends required in-service programs per Agency policy.
Job Requirements
- Be eighteen (18) years of age.
- Demonstrate ability to read, write, follow a written Aide Care Plan and document tasks performed.
- Demonstrate dependability, tact, patience, and the ability to follow instructions.
- Demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrate ability to show compassion and empathy toward the elderly, sick, and disabled.
- History of a good driving record.
Salary : $13 - $14
