Companion Caregiver - On Call

Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc.; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Companion Caregiver to assist clients in their homes. Responsibilities include supporting social activities, medication reminders, and ensuring the safety of clients. The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion and have strong interpersonal skills, alongside a commitment to quality care in a client-centric environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Preferred one year of experience as a Companion Care Provider.
• Proficient in English; Spanish fluency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-off care, helping with socialization and reminders for medication.
• Assists patients with light housekeeping and grocery shopping.
• Ensures the safety of clients during tasks like bathing and dressing.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Fluent in Spanish

Computer proficiency

Job description

Salary: $18-20/hr

Maxim Healthcare Services 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
• Fluent in Spanish
• 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 Services

Maxim Healthcare Services 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 Services, 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.

"Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Initiative, Maxim Healthcare will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records"