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HCAOA lists this Live-In Companion opportunity in vineland, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Live-In Companion
Benefits: 401(k) matching, competitive salary, flexible schedule, health insurance, home office stipend
About Us ComForCare Home Care South New Jersey is a family nurse practitioner-owned home care agency dedicated to providing compassionate, reliable, and exceptional non-medical support to clients in the comfort and safety of their own homes. We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and engaging Live-In Companion to provide companionship and non-medical assistance to a client in their home.
Position Summary The Live-In Companion will provide a safe, supportive, and engaging presence in the client's home while promoting independence, dignity, social engagement, and quality of life. The ideal candidate enjoys working with older adults, is patient and dependable, and understands the importance of building a trusting relationship with the client and family.
Responsibilities may include:
Provide friendly companionship and meaningful conversation
Participate in recreational and social activities with the client
Encourage appropriate physical activity, such as walking
Accompany the client to appointments, errands, shopping, community activities, or social outings as permitted by the care plan
Assist with meal preparation and simple meal planning
Perform light housekeeping related to the client's immediate living environment
Assist with laundry and maintaining an organized living space
Provide reminders and encouragement with daily routines and activities of daily living
Provide supervision and safety monitoring
Encourage independence while providing appropriate support
Help reduce social isolation through meaningful engagement
Observe and report changes in the client's condition, behavior, mood, or routine to the appropriate supervisor
Follow the client's individualized care plan and company policies and procedures
Maintain client privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
Communicate professionally with the client, family members, care team, and agency staff
Live-In Expectations Because this is a live-in position, the caregiver must be comfortable residing in the client's home during the scheduled assignment. The caregiver will have an appropriate private sleeping area and designated personal time consistent with the agreed-upon schedule and applicable requirements.
This position is for companionship and non-medical support. The Companion may not perform nursing, medical, or other tasks requiring a professional license or certification unless appropriately credentialed and authorized to do so.
Qualifications
Previous experience providing companion, home care, personal care, caregiving, or senior support is preferred
Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to establish a positive and trusting relationship with clients
Ability to work independently in a client's home
Reliable transportation may be required depending on the assignment
Ability to pass applicable background screening and meet agency hiring requirements
CPR/First Aid certification is a mandatory
Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is:
Warm, compassionate, and respectful
Dependable and trustworthy
Patient and attentive
Comfortable engaging clients in conversation and activities
Respectful of the client's home, preferences, routines, and independence
Able to recognize and communicate changes or concerns
Committed to providing exceptional client-centered care
Why Join ComForCare? At ComForCare Home Care South New Jersey, we believe quality care starts with quality caregivers. We value our team members and provide an environment where caregivers can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the clients and families we serve. If you are compassionate, dependable, and enjoy helping others live safely and comfortably at home, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join the ComForCare Home Care South New Jersey team.
Compensation: $180.00 - $220.00 per day
Worksite address
vineland, NJ, 08361, US
Who can apply
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