Companion Aide

Dharma Home Care•West New York, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Dharma Home Care is seeking compassionate, dependable, and engaging Per Diem Companions to help older adults remain engaged, connected, and independent in their own homes. This flexible role is ideal for individuals who are looking to make a meaningful difference while working on an as-needed basis. As our client base grows, opportunities for additional hours may become available. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy building relationships, sharing conversation, and helping older adults remain active, connected, and independent in their daily lives. We are especially interested in candidates who are bilingual or multilingual and can help us match clients with companions who share their language, culture, interests, and life experiences.

Requirements

Reliable transportation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with older adults or individuals living with dementia
Ability to work independently and build trusting relationships
Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Nice To Haves

Retired teachers
Retired healthcare professionals
College and nursing students
Former family caregivers
Social workers
Activity coordinators
Community volunteers
Individuals with experience supporting older adults
Anyone who enjoys connecting with and helping others

Responsibilities

Providing companionship and meaningful conversation
Providing supportive supervision and companionship to individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia during walks, appointments, errands, and community outings
Assisting with meal preparation
Playing games, listening to music, reading, and engaging in hobbies
Providing reminders, encouragement, and emotional support
Supporting individuals living with memory loss through meaningful engagement and routine
Assisting with shopping, errands, and transportation (when applicable)
Performing light housekeeping related to the client's care and comfort