Companion (non-certified)

Job Summary:

The Companion provides assistance with daily living activities, light housekeeping, safety monitoring, and companionship to clients in their homes. This role is essential in maintaining a clean and safe environment for clients while supporting their independence and well-being.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Personal Care Assistance (35%)
   • Monitor client safety during activities like ambulation and bathing.
   • Assist with non-skilled activities of daily living, such as dressing, oral hygiene, hair care, cosmetic application, medication reminders, and nail care (without cutting).
   • Ensure clients maintain their personal hygiene and grooming routines.
2. Light Housekeeping (30%)
   • Perform housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, making beds, and changing linens.
   • Assist with meal preparation, plant care, pet care, and errand running.
   • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the home, ensuring the client’s environment is safe and tidy.
3. Safety and Communication (20%)
   • Report unsafe conditions to the client and supervisor immediately.
   • Follow universal safety precautions and assist in enforcing them.
   • Engage in meaningful communication and activities with clients, including social outings, conversations, reading aloud, and ensuring client understanding.
4. Administrative and Compliance Tasks (10%)
   • Submit documentation (e.g., payroll, time reports, mileage, and client care reports) before established deadlines.
   • Follow infection control guidelines and maintain privacy rules and regulations as per HIPAA.
   • Attend all meetings and complete in-services and mandatory training.
   • Provide exceptional customer service and high-quality care by showing compassion and empathy towards clients and their families
5. Other Duties (5%)

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: At least one year of employment experience preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Compassionate and patient with a commitment to client care. Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with client and supervisor. Must be capable of completing assigned job duties and follow a care services plan with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and turn, move, and transport patients using proper body mechanics and lifting devices as needed.
• Capacity to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and physical activities, such as bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Work is performed in a healthcare setting with potential exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and chemicals.
• Must be able to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Must have a valid South Carolina driver’s license and be able to travel throughout the service area.