BG@ Home Companion, Flexible Overnight Schedule
About The Position
Bishop Gadsden at Home is seeking Companion team members to provide in-home support to clients, promoting independence and mobility while emphasizing emotional, psychological, and social well-being. The role involves assisting elderly clients with personal care, nutrition, restorative care, infection control, household tasks, and respectful daily support. Candidates should have compassion for and a desire to work with older adults. The position has a flexible overnight schedule and requires travel to clients throughout Charleston County, with reliable transportation to and from James Island.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience within long-term care for the elderly required; home care experience is ideal.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, squat, climb, reach above the head, carry, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
- Willingness to travel to clients throughout Charleston County.
- Reliable transportation to and from James Island.
Nice To Haves
- Home care experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, including bathing, showering, shampooing, oral hygiene, skin care, hair care, nail care, dressing, and shaving as needed.
- Assist clients with nutritional needs, including serving and feeding, and provide proper fluid requirements.
- Assist with restorative care, including range-of-motion exercises, proper positioning, and ambulation.
- Encourage client independence and optimal functioning.
- Use standard infection-control precautions during client care.
- Exchange client information with a supervisor via a communications binder.
- Launder clients’ personal items as needed.
- Maintain a pleasant, respectful, and courteous demeanor.
Benefits
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D policy.
- 401(k) matching retirement plan.
- Free 24/7 TELADOC for the team member and household.
- Wellness programs and facilities, with discounts on personal training and massage therapy.
- Community Café and employee onsite dining options.
- Free onsite and nearby parking.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
