Care Companion

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Care Companion to engage clients in service, providing direct care to enhance socialization and connect them to community resources. This role involves outreach, documentation, and direct client services under supervision. Join a dynamic organization that values trustworthiness and offers a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Childcare Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Financial Counseling

Wellness Program

Paid Training

Generous PTO Plan

Qualifications

• Ability to work well with diverse individuals.
• Dependable transportation and willingness to transport members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach, friendly visits, and personal errands.
• Document visits and manage relationships with community stakeholders.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word Processing

Job description

Description

Pay: $19/hr + Mileage reimbursement

The Care Companion is responsible for engaging members (clients) in service by providing direct care to increase socialization and connect to community and resources in the designated community. This position does not have a designated office space within an LSS property.

What LSS offers you:

• Access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, an employee assistance program, financial counseling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet for early payroll access.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to and with persons served.
• For employees working 30+ hours/week: medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with match, and other plans.
• Generous PTO plan including paid holidays and float days.
• Paid training during orientation and employment.
• Opportunities for career growth within our 24+ services.
• A diverse workplace with a reputation for prioritizing persons served and employees.
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun!

As a Care Companion you will:

• Conduct outreach, friendly visits (telephonic and in-person), light household chores, and personal errands such as grocery shopping and transportation.
• Document visits, ensure compliance with program regulations, and manage relationships with community stakeholders.
• Provide direct client services under supervision, including programs like LSS Healthy Transitions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Ability to work well with diverse individuals and demonstrate compassion, patience, flexibility, and respect.
• Provide regular in-home/telephonic visits and transportation as needed.
• Dependable transportation and willingness to transport members in your vehicle.
• Computer skills including spreadsheets and word processing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Organizational skills, problem-solving, and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and background checks.

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic organization serving various community members. We value trustworthiness, offer an ALIVE Workplace, and provide rewarding careers. Join us!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination and harassment, treating all individuals with dignity and respect.

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