Caregiver – Care Companions

Unity Hospice•Green Bay, WI

About The Position

The Care Companion Caregiver supports client satisfaction by assisting clients with activities of daily living, providing companionship, and performing light housekeeping. Duties also include simple meal preparation, socialization, errands, and incidental client transportation. The position requires consistent week-to-week availability, including every other weekend, with morning, afternoon, and evening hours. The role is approximately 14–18 hours per week, while the stated availability requirement is a minimum of 15 hours per week. Caregivers maintain required competencies, promptly report changes in client conditions or family situations, document activities according to Care Companions protocols and standards, and comply with applicable laws and Unity policies. They are expected to protect confidentiality, maintain professional boundaries, complete required training and pre-employment background checks, and maintain reliable attendance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance, with access to a reliable vehicle.
Ability to follow client and Care Companions directions and complete scheduled tasks on time.
Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and cooperatively with others.
Compassion for clients and a desire to help others.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Availability for at least 15 hours per week, including every other weekend with consecutive Saturday and Sunday availability.
Ability to complete required training and pre-employment background checks within required deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding clients, families, caregivers, support staff, donors, and organizational intellectual property.
Ability to use proper body mechanics and standard precautions.
Flexibility in time and tasks to meet organizational needs.
Ability to operate computers, telephones, and other office equipment; communicate verbally and in writing; sit for prolonged periods as required; walk, bend, and occasionally lift up to 35 pounds; and organize and prioritize tasks.

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving, homemaking, or personal care work experience.
CNA or Personal Care Worker experience.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with activities of daily living and personal care.
Provide companionship and socialization.
Perform housekeeping, laundry, and homemaker services.
Prepare simple meals.
Run errands and provide incidental transportation.
Maintain required competencies and skills.
Immediately report changes in client conditions or family situations to the appropriate individuals.
Document activities consistently and concisely according to Care Companions protocols and standards.
Comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations and Unity policies and procedures.
Complete mandatory training requirements.
Promote and maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.