Caregiver – Full-Time

Unity Hospice•Green Bay, WI

4d•$17 - $26

About The Position

The Care Companion Caregiver is responsible for client satisfaction by assisting clients with activities of daily living, providing companionship, and performing light housekeeping. The role also includes simple meal preparation, socialization, and client transport. Caregivers support clients and families while following Care Companions' protocols and Unity policies, maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries, and reporting changes in client conditions or family situations. The position offers flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate is flexible between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., with the posting also noting ideal times of 7:00 a.m. to noon and 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Full-time work is described as 30–40 hours per week; the posting also requires the ability to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, including every other weekend with Saturday and Sunday worked consecutively. Pay is $17.00–$25.50 per hour, based on prior caregiving experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle.
Ability to follow client and Care Companions' directions.
Ability to arrive on time for visits and complete tasks as scheduled.
Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and cooperatively with others.
Compassion for Care Companions' clients and a desire to help others.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, including every other weekend with Saturday and Sunday worked consecutively.
Ability to complete required training and pre-employment background checks within required deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality about clients, families, caregivers, support staff, donors, and organizational intellectual property.
Ability to use proper body mechanics and standard precautions.
Ability to be flexible in time and tasks to meet organizational needs.
Ability to operate computers, telephones, and other office equipment.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods as required by the position, walk, bend, lift up to 35 pounds on occasion, and organize and prioritize tasks.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Accounts and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care.
On-site health risk assessments and flu shots.
Paid time off.
Extended illness and injury bank.
Bereavement leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Fitness membership reimbursement.
403(b) retirement savings plan.
Group life insurance and voluntary life insurance.
Accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.
Overtime opportunities for hourly roles.
Mileage reimbursement.
Internal and external learning opportunities.
Education assistance.
Leadership development programs.