Casual Companion (Vancouver/Burnaby/Coquitlam)

ComForCare; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate home care team dedicated to enhancing the lives of clients in Vancouver, Burnaby, and Coquitlam. As a Companion, you will play a vital role in providing companionship and support to clients in their homes, ensuring their well-being through social interaction and light housekeeping tasks. This position emphasizes the importance of empathy, dependability, and excellent communication skills. If you are looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a difference in the lives of the elderly and disabled, this opportunity could be perfect for you. Become part of a supportive family-oriented environment that values your contributions and celebrates success.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and demonstrate good communication skills.
• Ability to follow written care plans and document tasks performed.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and socialization to clients in their homes.
• Document care given and maintain communication with the clinical team.
• Assist with light housekeeping and food preparation as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Compassion and empathy

Ability to follow instructions

Self-directed work ethic

Dependability

Education

Minimum age of 18

Job description

Looking for individuals to join our home care family in Vancouver, Burnaby and Coquitlam.

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

1. Be eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Demonstrate ability to read, write, follow a written Aide Care Plan and document tasks performed.
3. Be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.
4. Demonstrate dependability, tact, patience, and the ability to follow instructions.
5. Demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills.
6. Demonstrate ability to show compassion and empathy toward the elderly, sick, and disabled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

1. Functions within the limitations of the individual assignment.
2. Services provided may include supervision and various companionship activities that promote the client’s wellbeing. Companion services typically do not involve hands-on care such as bathing and dressing.
3. Attends to the client's requests promptly.
4. Provides companionship, socialization, and light housekeeping services.
5. Assists with food preparation when included on the Aide Care Plan.
6. Knows and follows infection control policies including proper hand washing techniques.
7. Maintains appropriate communication with the Clinical Supervisor (written and verbal) and with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
8. Documents care given and pertinent observations accurately as directed by the Aide Care Plan.
9. Treats clients and families with respect. Maintains confidentiality.
10. Accepts and fulfills assignments with the Agency. Exercises judgment in accepting assignments.
11. 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.