Companion Caregiver

Maxim Healthcare; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a Companion Caregiver to provide in-home support to patients in El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on socialization, light exercise, medication reminders, and helping with daily activities while ensuring safety and infection control.

The position requires at least 18 years old, with preferred 1 year of companion care experience and strong English communication. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficiency in the English language is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides socialization and encourages mild exercise.
• Reminds patients to take medications on time.
• Monitors safety during bathing, toileting, and dressing.
• Assists with grocery shopping and light housekeeping.
• Ensures infection control, including universal precautions.
• Punctually arrives at client home and completes shift as scheduled.

Skills

English language proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Hourly Pay: $19 to 22 per hour

Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Companion Caregiver to provide services to patients/clients in their places of residence.

Why Join Maxim

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
• 401(k) savings plan
• Maxcares Awards Program

Responsibilities

• Provides “hands off” care such as:
• Providing and encouraging socialization
• Encouraging a mild exercise program
• Encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications
• Supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing
• Assisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping chores
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
• Arrives at the client’s home on time and leaves when shift schedule is complete
• Performs all duties in an accurate and timely manner
• Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred
• Ability to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries preferred
• Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills preferred
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferred
• Proficiency in the English language is required
• Computer proficiency required

Maxim Benefits

Health and Wellness Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security: Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits: Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.