Companion Caregiver

Visiting Angels Anniston, AL; Talladega (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Visiting Angels Anniston, AL is seeking a compassionate Companion Caregiver to assist seniors in their homes across Talladega, Munford, Anniston, and nearby areas. You will support daily living activities and encourage independence while maintaining dignity.

Responsibilities include personal care, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and safe mobility support. Training in First Aid is provided; a background check is required. Flexible shift options available, including full-time and PRN.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
• Reliable transportation to client visits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with basic housekeeping and cooking tasks.
• Must 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 health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Manage light housekeeping tasks in the home.
• 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 in collaboration with clients based on abilities.
• Support mobility and ambulation, including doctor visits and walks.
• Report health changes or emergencies promptly with professional discernment.

Skills

High school diploma

Time-management

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

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 Anniston is hiring a Companion Caregiver for our clients throughout the local area in places like Talladega, Munford, Anniston, Harpersville, Riverside, Lincoln, and many others.

A Visiting Angels Companion Caregiver Enjoys Benefits Like

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

Shift Options

• Full Time
• PRN
• Varied Shifts

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:

• Helping clients handle personal care and hygiene
• 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.

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