Companion Caregiver

$24,960 - $31,200/Yr

Visiting Angels - Davenport, IA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Davenport, IA

1,001-5,000 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Companion Caregiver role involves providing essential support and companionship to clients in their homes, assisting with daily activities, personal care, and ensuring their safety and well-being. This position is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for clients, particularly the elderly or those with disabilities, by promoting independence and comfort in their daily routines.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks, etc.)
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene
• Help clients with routine exercises
• Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
• Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop
• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own
• Be a pleasant and supportive companion
• Report any unusual incidents
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Requirements

• Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have valid Driver's License

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay