Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels Paris, TX; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Referral Bonuses

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Visiting Angels Paris, TX is seeking a compassionate Companion Caregiver to support seniors in the local Paris area, Greenville, Texarkana, and surrounding communities.

You will provide at-home care, assist with daily activities, and help clients maintain independence with dignity and safety. Training is provided, and a caring, reliable team environment is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent time-management and reliability are essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills help in caring for clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage light housekeeping for clients.
• Encourage clients to meet exercise and fitness goals.
• Prompt clients to take prescribed medications on time.
• Assist with shopping and putting away groceries or shop for them.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients based on their needs.
• Assist with mobility and accompanying clients to appointments or walks.

Skills

Excellent time-management

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Housekeeping and cooking basics

Background check & drug screen

First Aid training

Empathy for seniors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you searching for a career with flexibility, room for growth, and the ability to make a difference in the lives of senior adults in your community? Visiting Angels of Paris is hiring a Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the local area in places like Paris, Greenville, Texarkana, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver Enjoys Benefits Like

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

A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver wears many hats as they help our elderly and home-care clients stay at home or recover at home with dignity.

While no two client visits look exactly alike, responsibilities may include:

• Managing light housekeeping
• Encouraging clients to meet their exercise and fitness goals
• Prompting clients to take their prescription medications at the right times
• Helping clients with shopping and putting away groceries (or shopping for them)
• Planning and preparing meals in collaboration with clients (based on client ability)
• Assisting clients with mobility and ambulation - this can include everything from getting around the house to visiting the doctor and taking walks

A Companion Caregiver must also be prepared to act quickly in the case of medical emergencies. This includes adequately reporting any health changes or unusual circumstances. Our caregivers possess the ideal blend of competency, compassion, and professional discernment.

Companion Caregiver Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent time-management skills
• Reliable transportation to client visits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Training/knowledge in First Aid and emergency response
• A heart for vulnerable people seeking meaningful companionship
• Willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards

Shifts Offered

• Full Time
• Part Time
• PRN