Job description: We're excited to announce an opportunity for Companion/Sitters to join our team at Aiko Home Care! In this role, you will provide invaluable support and companionship to our clients, helping to enhance their quality of life and promote their independence.

Job Overview:

Companion or sitter positions require ability to read, write and follow instructions and completion of training or pass competency assessment, as appropriate, for understanding needs of populations served, basic meal preparation, provision of transportation services, housekeeping, home safety, handling emergencies in the home and infection control.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

 Must have a High School Diploma /GED

 Must pass a Criminal Background Check and an Abuse Registry Check.

 Must pass a competency evaluation test as required.

 Work references.

 Ability to read, write, and understand English.

 Must be willing and ready to comply with all policies and procedures.

 Must demonstrate the ability to understand job demands and his/her scope of work.

 Must be willing to undergo orientation training and at least 8 hours of on-job training annually.

 Must be willing to attend meetings and take part in studies and surveys when called upon to do so.

 Must be compassionate, patient, and caring enough to work in stressful environments and to care for clients of all personalities.

 Must demonstrate the ability to handle stress professionally.

 Must have good organizational and communication skills

 Must be computer literate.

 Must practice good personal hygiene and be willing to dress as per the agency dress code.

 Must have a full understanding of the rules and regulations pertaining to the industry.

 Must demonstrate an understanding of the physical, psychological, and developmental needs of Aiko Home Care LLC clients.

 Must be willing and ready to respect Aiko Home Care LLC clients and their property.

 Must have a clean driving history, a reliable vehicle with the compulsory insurance, or must have a reliable source of public transport.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Transfer and ambulation

 Positioning and repositioning clients to prevent pressure sores/injuries

 Performing light housekeeping tasks

 Enhancing the safety and hygiene of the client and his/her environment

 Practicing infection control measures
 Planning and preparing meals according to nutritional needs.

 Shopping, bill paying, and running other errands as described in the service plan.

 Companionship and mental stimulation.

 Transporting the client to and from medical and social appointments.

 Documenting services provided.

 Reminding the client to take medicine and offering very minimal assistance.

 Observing and documenting any changes in the client.

 Looking out for and reporting abuse to the agency, the authorities, and other relevant bodies as required by the licensing body.

 Complying with agency policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our Companions/Sitters may spend long hours on their feet, and, therefore, require stamina.

They are also likely to help lift patients and support those who need physical assistance to walk, rise from the bed or toilet seat, etc. Based on this and other special circumstances, the Physical Demand relating to this job position include:

1. Standing and sitting for more than 20 minutes.

2. Pushing, pulling, lifting, crawling, crouching, kneeling, climbing, and stooping.

3. Touching, feeling, holding, and handling.

4. Talking and listening.

5. Walking and running.

6. Tasting and smelling.

7. Close vision, peripheral/indirect vision, distant vision, and depth perception.

8. Driving for 50 miles or more a day.

9. Working in a stressful environment.

NB: Aiko Home Care LLC may be able to make special arrangements or reservations for employees with

disabilities to enable them to carry out their duties and responsibilities more effectively.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Douglasville, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road