What are the responsibilities and job description for the Companion Care Provider position at Ally Home Care?
Job Title: Companion Care Provider (Facility-Based)
Location: On-site at designated long-term care or assisted living facilities
Job Summary
As a Companion Care Provider, you will support the emotional well-being and social engagement of residents within long-term care or assisted living facilities. This role focuses on building meaningful relationships through conversation, recreational activities, and positive interaction—not hands-on care. Your presence and attention can greatly enhance the quality of life for each resident you serve.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one social companionship to assigned members based on scheduled shifts.
- Engage members in enriching activities such as conversation, reading aloud, music, puzzles, games, and simple movement (if safe and appropriate).
- Follow the care preferences outlined by the facility and the Referral Narrative.
- Adhere to all facility-specific policies and procedures at all times.
- Notify facility nursing staff if a resident displays signs of distress or requires clinical attention.
- Maintain professional boundaries and safeguard confidentiality.
Facility Visit Protocol
- Check in with the facility front desk at the start of every shift.
- Sign out at the end of your visit..
Prohibited Tasks
- No ADL (Activities of Daily Living) support, including bathing, feeding, dressing, toileting, transfers, or medication assistance.
- No transportation of residents.
- No clinical care or monitoring.
- No sharing of personal information (either yours or the resident’s).
- No use of personal devices during visits for non-care-related purposes.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in caregiving, customer service, or human services preferred
- Compassionate, reliable, and respectful
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable working independently within structured boundaries
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and document visits accurately
- Must be able to pass a background check and meet facility compliance requirements
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Referral program
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hendersonville, NC 28791 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15