Caregiver – Care Companions

Unity Hospice•Green Bay, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Care Companion Caregiver is responsible for client satisfaction by assisting them with activities of daily living, providing companionship, and performing light housekeeping duties. The caregiver also helps with simple meal preparation, socialization, and client transport. Unity is dedicated to honoring life by bringing peace of mind and comfort when it matters most. With over 46 years of compassionate care, we take pride in the supportive and collaborative environment we provide for our team members. By joining Unity, you will become part of a dedicated team of professionals who share our core values of Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, and Accountability. Together, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Requirements

Ability to follow client and Care Companions directions
Ability to be on time to visits and complete tasks as scheduled
Ability to work effectively, efficiently, and cooperatively with others
Must have 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 a week, including every other weekend (this would include a Saturday and Sunday consecutively)
Ability to complete all 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 task to meet organizational needs
Ability to operate computers, telephones, and other office equipment
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time as required by position
Ability to walk, bend, and lift up to 35 pounds on occasion
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
High School diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and access to a reliable vehicle

Nice To Haves

Previous caregiving, homemaking or personal care work preferred but not required
CNA or Personal Care Worker experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assisting clients with activities of daily living
Providing companionship
Performing light housekeeping duties
Simple meal preparation
Socialization
Client transport
Maintain required competencies and skills
Report changes in client conditions or family situation immediately to the appropriate individual(s)
Consistently and concisely document activity according to Care Companions' protocols and Standards
Comply with all applicable local, State, and Federal laws and regulations as well as policies and procedures of Unity
Satisfy mandatory training requirements regarding local, state, and federal regulations and/or Unity’s policies and procedures
Promote and maintain confidentiality
Maintain personal and professional boundaries
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Perform other job-related duties as assigned