Casual Companion (Must reside in/near Kamloops)

ComForCare; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home care is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Companions. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential companionship and support to clients in their homes, ensuring their well-being and comfort. The company prioritizes caregiver satisfaction, offering ongoing training and support to help you thrive in your role. With a strong commitment to treating caregivers with respect and dignity, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while enjoying a positive work environment. Join a team that celebrates success and values each member as family.

Benefits

Exceptional training

Support available in the field

Respect and dignity for caregivers

Compatibility matching with clients

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old and able to follow written care plans.
• Demonstrates compassion and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides companionship and socialization to clients.
• Assists with light housekeeping and food preparation.
• Documents care provided and maintains client confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Compassion and empathy

Ability to follow instructions

Self-directed work

Dependability

Education

Minimum age of 18

Job description

Companions

Looking for individuals to join our home care family.

At ComForCare Home Care we value our employees like family. We celebrate success and have fun. Our focus is to help our clients and employees live their best lives possible.

Position Summary

The Companion works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee and provides direct observation and companionship to clients in their home.

Qualifications

• Be eighteen (18) years of age.
• Demonstrate ability to read, write, follow a written Aide Care Plan and document tasks performed.
• Be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.
• 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.
• Candidates must reside in or around Kamloops.

Essential Functions/Areas Of Accountability

• 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.
• Knows and follows infection control policies including proper hand washing techniques.
• Maintains appropriate communication with the Clinical Supervisor (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.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
The information below is intended to describe the general context/requirements for performance of this job. During a typical workday, this position requires the activities listed. It is not to be considered an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional duties.

Live your best life possible while helping others live theirs.

Our Caregivers are the heart and soul of what we do. For that reason, we put our Caregivers First each and every day.

At ComForCare, it is our Caregiver First promise, that our caregivers will be:

• Treated with respect and dignity.
• Provided exceptional training on a regular and ongoing basis.
• Never alone in the field - support is always available.
• Thoughtfully matched with clients that they are compatible with.

Join our team and be a part of a certified Great Place To Work! Thousands of ComForCare employees were surveyed and the response was overwhelmingly positive, with 90% agreeing that ComForCare is in fact a Great Place To Work.

By selecting the positions below, you acknowledge that you are applying for employment with an independently owned and operated ComForCare franchisee, a separate company and employer from ComForCare and any of its affiliates or subsidiaries. You understand that each independent franchisee is solely responsible for all decisions relating to employment including (and without limitation to) hiring and termination, and ComForCare does not accept, review or store your application. Any questions about your application or the hiring process must be directed to the locally owned and operated ComForCare franchisee.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran.