Casual Companion

ComForCare; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; 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 companionship and support to clients in their homes, ensuring they feel valued and cared for. With a focus on promoting the well-being of clients, you will engage in meaningful interactions and assist with light housekeeping and food preparation as needed. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of the elderly, sick, and disabled, while working in a supportive environment that values its employees like family. If you are empathetic, dependable, and enjoy helping others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and able to follow written care plans.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and compassion towards clients.

Responsibilities

• Provides companionship and socialization to clients in their homes.
• Documents care given and maintains communication with supervisors.

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.

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.