Companion Caregiver

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Healthcare: medical, dental, vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

PTO

401(k)

Maxcares Awards Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. is hiring a Companion Caregiver to provide in-home care to clients in Santa Rosa, CA. This role emphasizes social support, light housekeeping, and assistance with activities of daily living in the client’s residence.

The position offers weekly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within a trusted healthcare provider with over 30 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and communication with clients and supervisors.
• Proficiency in English and basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide socialization and encouragement for mild exercise.
• Encourage medication reminders for client adherence.
• Assist with shopping and light housekeeping.
• Ensure client safety during bathing, toileting, and dressing.
• Arrive on time and complete shifts as scheduled.
• Follow infection control procedures and universal precautions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Time management

Compassionate nature

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Hourly Pay: $20.34 - $21.50

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.