Companion Aide - Home Care (Hearne, TX)

Visiting Angels • Hearne, TX

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About The Position

Visiting Angels of Bryan is hiring Companion Aides to serve clients throughout Central Texas, including Hearne, Bryan, College Station, Brenham, Madisonville, Huntsville, and Caldwell. The role supports clients’ well-being and quality of life in accordance with their individualized care plans. Care may take place in clients’ homes or in facilities, depending on location and shift availability.

Companion Aides provide personal care and hygiene support, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, mobility assistance, medication reminders, and help with errands and appointments. They also observe and report changes in clients’ health, assist with light exercise, and respond responsibly to emergencies. Advanced training opportunities, including dementia and Alzheimer’s care, are available to caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• First Aid and emergency-response training; training is provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties.
• Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
• Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and physically supporting a client.
• Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to dietary constraints.
• Ability and willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, including a background check.
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten clients’ days.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in advanced training, such as dementia care or Alzheimer’s care.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients while observing applicable dietary constraints.
• Handle light housekeeping duties.
• Report health changes or unusual incidents.
• Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
• Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
• Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
• Assist with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Competitive pay.
• Benefits package.
• Caregiver referral bonuses, varying by location.
• Monthly caregiver appreciation prizes and drawings.
• Paid weekly.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Referral program.
• Vision insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED