Companion

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Home Care Companion provides specifically defined, non-skilled health care services under the supervision of the Service Supervisor RN or Agency Director to assist the client in their home. The Home Care Companion is a non-licensed health care employee who provides “hands-off” personal care and light housekeeping services in a home care setting for clients and families who are unable to perform these activities independently. Provides care in compliance with established protocols and as specifically outlined in the client's service plan in a competent, safe, and timely manner.

 

The person in this role is also expected to:

• Uphold and put into daily practice the values of Carol Woods.
• Support the well-being and quality of life of every individual resident.
• Function as a good steward of resident resources.
• Contribute to Carol Woods approach to continual quality improvement.
• Support the concepts of a learning organization.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Meal planning, preparation, and assistance with feeding.
• Emotional support and motivation through conversation, encouragement and recreational activities.
• Maintenance of appropriate records.
• Adhere to infection control and safety procedures that are in accordance with policy.
• Light housekeeping
• Laundry services
• Documents activities on required records.
• Submits paperwork in a timely manner per policy.
• Observes, reports and documents client's status and care provisions in a timely manner according to policy.
• Attends meetings and in-service as requested.
• To ensure that appropriate measures are taken to deal with an emergency and notify the Home Care Coordinator immediately.
• To participate in client planning meetings as requested by the Home Care Coordinator
• Maintain open communications with Home Care Coordinator at all times.
• Administrative duties associated with this position.
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• 3-6 months experience working with older adults preferred

Physical:

• Able to:
  • Bend, stoop, reach, and lift to assist residents.
  • Stand, walk for long periods.
  • Move equipment or small pieces of furniture.

Other Requirements:

• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Organization

Working Conditions:

• Climate controlled environment
  
  Hours: Relief (PRN), Shifts vary from 2-5 hours