Companion Caregiver

The Job Description outlines your primary responsibilites as a caregiver. This description is not meant to be an exhaustive list of services, as the exact duties to be performed for each assignment will vary.  Prior to beginning a new assignment, Senior Helpers will provide you with background information about your client and review any special needs this client may have.

Objective:  To provide professional care giving services and to help clients maintain their independence and to assist them with household and family support services.

Reports To: Human Resources Department

Primary Responsibilities:

• Companionship and conversation


• Light housekeeping


• Household management


• Errands


• Apparel selection (i.e. laying out clothes)


• Meal planning and preparation


• Laundry and linen changing


• Medication reminders


• Transportation using client's vehicle

In sleep-over or live-in situations: 

• Prepare sleeping area at night

Other Requirements:

• Document activities in the Care Plan Book daily (if applicable)


• Record daily hour's worked and daily services performed on the Weekly Time Sheet and Service Log, review with client and submit the signed form every Monday by 5pm.


• Report any significant client changes to the office immediately.


• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Senior Helpers Employee Handbook and Training Manual.

Qualifications:

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect


• Ability to read, write and speak English at an average adult level


• Ability to drive or use public transportation to get to work


• Valid drivers license with no serious driving violations


• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations


• Pass a criminal background check prior to employment with Senior Helpers