Companion Caregiver
About The Position
Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Companion Caregiver to provide services to patients/clients in their places of residence. Why Join Maxim: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO 401(k) savings plan Maxcares Awards Program Responsibilities: Provides “hands off” care such as: Providing and encouraging socialization Encouraging a mild exercise program Encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications Supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing Assisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping chores Performs other duties as assigned/necessary Arrives at the client's home on time and leaves when shift schedule is complete Performs all duties in an accurate and timely manner Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions About Maxim Healthcare Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred
- Ability to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries preferred
- Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills preferred
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferred
- Proficiency in the English language is required
- Computer proficiency required
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred
- Ability to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries preferred
- Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills preferred
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides “hands off” care such as: Providing and encouraging socialization
- Encouraging a mild exercise program
- Encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications
- Supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing
- Assisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping chores
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
- Arrives at the client's home on time and leaves when shift schedule is complete
- Performs all duties in an accurate and timely manner
- Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
- 401(k) savings plan
- Maxcares Awards Program
- Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k)
- Short Term Disability
- Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance
- Hospital Expense Protection Plan
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Home and Auto Insurance discounts
- Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Discount Program
- Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
