Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels Longview, TX; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals for the role of Companion Caregiver. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of seniors in the community. As a Companion Caregiver, you will provide essential support, from assisting with daily tasks to offering companionship. This role not only allows you to give back but also provides avenues for personal growth and advanced training in specialized care areas. Join a team that values dignity and respect in caregiving, and become a vital part of enhancing the quality of life for those in need.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Sign on Bonus

Qualifications

• Passion for serving others and providing compassionate care.
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with medication, mobility, and personal care.
• Perform light housekeeping and prepare meals.
• Be a supportive companion and report any unusual incidents.

Skills

Emergency Response

First Aid

Housekeeping

Cooking

Time Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Physical Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Companion Caregiver

Are you looking for a Companion Caregiver job that will allow you to give back to your community and broaden your skills? Visiting Angels’ office in Longview is the place for you. The office in Longview provides caregivers for the East Texas area including Carthage, DeBerry, Tatum, Tenaha, Beckville, and many others. We are seeking one-of-a-kind individuals for job opportunities with our local team. Our caregiver jobs are for individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. We scour the entire East Texas region for people with strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care, a history of community involvement and, most of all, big hearts. A Companion Caregiver job with Visiting Angels Longview is much more than just a job, it’s a chance to do some real good for families in Longview and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need.

A Companion Caregiver with Visiting Angels Longview supports the seniors they serve with a wide range of responsibilities from light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation to one-on-one mobility assistance and providing transportation. A Companion Caregiver job with us is also an opportunity for personal growth. We offer the opportunity for advanced training in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer’s care so that caregivers can continue to develop their skills.

Visiting Angels Work Environment

Visiting Angels received a 2016-2017 Caregiver Choice Awards, sponsored by myCNAjobs and Healthcare Research. The Best Place to Work recognition came straight from the source - caregiver companions, home health aides and nursing aides who voted where they want to work.

At Visiting Angels, we offer rewarding caregiver jobs on a full-time and part-time basis. If you are passionate about providing seniors with dignified, respectful care, then you may have what it takes to become a Visiting Angel.

Shifts Offered:

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• PRN
• Short Shift

Benefits Offered:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay
• Sign on Bonus

Companion Caregiver Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Companion Caregiver Requirements

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent