Companion Caregiver

Maxim Healthcare; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA

PTO

401(k) plan

Awards program

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Companion Caregiver to provide in-home care to clients in California. The role focuses on companionship, social engagement, light exercise, and medication reminders, with duties including safety supervision during daily activities and light housekeeping.

Ideal candidates have prior companion care experience, strong communication, and dependable professionalism. Benefits include health, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and PTO with weekly paychecks.

Qualifications

• Experience in companion care or homemaker roles preferred.
• Proficient in English with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to follow instructions and maintain privacy and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide socialization and safe companionship in clients' homes.
• Encourage light exercise and monitor activity levels.
• Remind and assist with medication adherence.
• Supervise safety during bathing, toileting, and dressing.
• Assist with light housekeeping and grocery errands.
• Arrive on time and complete shifts as scheduled.
• Observe infection control procedures and universal precautions.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Infection control

English proficiency

Computer skills

Tools

Electronic health records

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

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

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.