Senior Companion

ComForCare Home Health Care - Halton; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health care provider seeks a Homemaker Companion to offer essential companion services to clients, enabling them to remain in their homes. Responsibilities include planning meals, assisting with errands, and providing light housekeeping. The ideal candidate will be a high school graduate with the ability to drive and a caring attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Homemaker / Companion is an asset.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to adequate transportation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to clients.
• Assist with shopping, driving, and running errands.
• Provide meal planning and preparation.

Skills

Companionship

Meal Planning

Light Housekeeping

Education

High school graduate or equivalent certificate

Job description

The Homemaker Companion provides clients various companion services in accordance with an established plan of care so that they can remain in their residence.

Essential Functions :

Provide companionship

• Meal planning, preparation
• Assist with shopping, driving, running errands
• Perform light housekeeping activities
• Medication Services

Assist with medications that the client self-administers

Qualifications / Educational Requirements :

• High school graduate or equivalent certificate
• Experience as a Homemaker / Companion (in homes or facilities) is an asset
• Meet passing criteria on DEARS (Drugs and Ethics) test
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job
• Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job
• Initial training will be provided

This job description is used as a guide only and not inclusive of responsibilities and job duties