Companion Caregiver

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As a Caregiver with Assisting Hands, you will provide compassionate, dependable, and professional in-home care while promoting each client's comfort, safety, dignity, and independence. Under the supervision of the Care Manager and coordination with the Staffing Coordinator, you will assist clients with personal care, daily living activities, mobility, meals, and light household tasks according to each client's individualized Plan of Care.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• One (1) year of experience in home care, assisted living, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and caregiving skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and respectful approach to client care.
• Ability to follow care plans, company policies, and safety procedures.

• Perform light housekeeping, including cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and common areas.
• Assist with laundry, dishes, and routine household tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, comfortable, and safe home environment.
• Identify and report safety hazards or concerns.

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, shaving, and transfers.
• Support mobility, ambulation, positioning, and prescribed exercises according to the Plan of Care.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and other personal care needs.
• Respect client privacy, dignity, preferences, and independence.

• Prepare and serve meals according to client preferences, dietary requirements, and the Plan of Care.
• Assist with meal planning, feeding, and hydration.
• Report concerns regarding food or fluid intake when appropriate.

• Observe and promptly report changes in the client's physical, emotional, or behavioral condition to the Care Manager or Staffing Coordinator.
• Accurately document care provided, including vital signs, intake/output, and other required information.
• Report safety concerns, incidents, injuries, or significant changes in condition promptly.
• Maintain client confidentiality.

• Safely assist with mobility and transfer equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, gait belts, and Hoyer lifts, as applicable and within training.
• Encourage prescribed range-of-motion and physical activities.
• Promote safe mobility and fall-prevention practices.
• Support family members with safe caregiving practices when appropriate.

• Follow infection prevention practices, including proper hand hygiene and applicable CDC guidelines.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and caregiver standards outlined in the Employee Handbook, Policy & Procedure Manual, and Caregiver Training Manual.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain required training and applicable caregiving standards.

• Schedules are based on client needs, availability, and staffing requirements.
• Shifts may vary based on client care needs.
• A fixed number of hours is not guaranteed.

Compensation: $18.50 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Assisting Hands Home Care Assisting Hands® Home Care provides compassionate, dependable in-home care that helps individuals remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their own homes. Our care is rooted in dignity, respect, and personalized support, allowing clients to maintain their quality of life where they feel happiest. Assisting Hands® Home Care is known for its high standards and commitment to excellence.

Our caregivers are reliable, compassionate, and dedicated to providing care that builds trust and makes a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.