Flexible Home Care Companion & Homemaker

Optum; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Almost Family, part of LHC Group, seeks a Homemaker/Companion to enhance quality of life for individuals in their own homes. You will provide companionship, assist with personal care and light homemaking, and support independence in a compassionate, respectful manner.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license or access to reliable transportation; WI-specific: 40 hours training or 6 months of experience; CPR preferred; flexible hours; pay ranges from $14.00 to $20.00 per hour, with benefits

Qualifications

• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• WI: Must have 40 hours training or 6 months of equivalent experience.
• Preferred: CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire, 6+ months of home care experience, ability to work flexible hours

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship through reading, talking, listening, and related activities
• Perform errands, transport clients, when necessary, within State guidelines
• Report unusual incidents or changes in client's behavior or home situation to Agency Director
• Perform homemaking services such as cleaning, light meal preparation, laundry, and other light cleaning duties

Job description

Almost Family, part of LHC Group, seeks a Homemaker/Companion to enhance quality of life for individuals in their own homes. You will provide companionship, assist with personal care and light homemaking, and support independence in a compassionate, respectful manner.

Requirements include a valid driver’s license or access to reliable transportation; WI-specific: 40 hours training or 6 months of experience; CPR preferred; flexible hours; pay ranges from $14.00 to $20.00 per hour, with benefits