Companion Caregiver

Harvest In-Home Care Inc; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated caregivers who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors. This role offers the opportunity to provide companionship, assist with personal care, and support families in learning safe care techniques. With flexible scheduling and health benefits available, this position allows caregivers to grow their skills in a supportive environment. If you are compassionate, reliable, and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in the rewarding senior care field.

Benefits

Health benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Training and support

Qualifications

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship and conversation.
• Assisting with personal care tasks and meal preparation.
• Providing transportation to appointments.

Skills

Compassionate care

Personal care assistance

Communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Experience with dementia patients

Job description

We are looking for caregivers that are interested in learning and growing their skills within the senior care industry. Our Companion Caregivers are not only reliable, dependable and honest, but also compassionate and caring.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing companionship and conversation
• Assisting with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, bathroom needs, and feeding
• Performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry and linen changing
• Laying out clothes and assisting with dressing
• Planning and preparing meals
• Providing medication reminders
• Providing transportation to and from appointments
• Helping family members learn safe care techniques

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect
• Ability to interpret the client’s provided plan of care
• Valid driver’s license and transportation
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to new situations
• Tolerance to small pets (i.e. dogs and/or cats)
• Must be able to be reached via phone or email for shift schedules, client updates and/or emergencies
• Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
• Prior experience with dementia patients and senior care, a plus!

WHY JOIN THE INDUSTRY?

• Health benefits available
• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Training and support for our caregivers