Companion Caregiver

Job description

Hourly Pay: $20.34 - $21.50

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

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

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:

Health Savings

Who can apply

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