Senior Companion

ComForCare Home Health Care - Halton; Brantford; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Flexible schedule

Job summary

ComForCare Home Health Care - Halton seeks a compassionate Senior Companion to provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking services to clients at home, following an established plan of care. This role aims to empower seniors to maintain independence, dignity, and comfort in their own homes.

Responsibilities include companionship, meal planning, shopping, errands, and light housekeeping to support clients’ daily living and wellbeing in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Experience as a Homemaker or Companion is an asset.
• Ability to pass the DEARS (Drugs and Ethics) assessment.
• Strong English communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable, insured automobile for daily travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation.
• Support clients with shopping, running errands, and local transportation.
• Perform light housekeeping duties (vacuuming, dusting, mopping, dishwashing, laundry, bed linen changes).

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong English communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Flexible schedule

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Senior Companion to provide essential personal care, companionship, and homemaking services to clients in accordance with an established plan of care. The goal of this role is to empower our clients to maintain their independence, dignity, and comfort within their own homes.

Essential Functions:

• Provide consistent companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation.
• Support clients with shopping, running errands, and local transportation.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, dishwashing, laundry, and changing bed linens.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• Previous experience as a Homemaker or Companion in a home or facility setting is considered an asset.
• Ability to pass the DEARS (Drugs and Ethics) assessment.
• Strong English communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Valid driver’s license with access to a reliable, insured automobile for daily travel.

Additional Information:

• Comprehensive initial training provided.
• This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of seniors in our community.