Companionship Caregiver in Jacksonville Richlands Beulaville NC

Job Description

Job Description

SYNERGY HomeCare, Beulaville/Richlands/Kenansville

Companionship Caregiver

Purpose

The Companion Caregiver provides companionship and non-medical support to clients who wish to remain engaged, independent, and safe while living in the comfort of their own homes. The primary focus of this role is enhancing quality of life through supervision, meaningful interaction, and assistance with everyday household activities.

Companion Care Services

Companion Caregivers may provide the following services:

Companionship

• Engage clients in friendly conversation and meaningful social interaction.

• Provide emotional support and encouragement.

• Accompany clients on walks and other recreational outings.

• Participate in crafts, puzzles, games, reading, hobbies and other enjoyable and engaging activities.

• Encourage participation in community, social, and faith-based activities.

Meal Preparation

• Plan and prepare light meals and snacks.

• Encourage proper hydration and nutrition.

• Assist with meal preparation, setup and cleanup.

Light Housekeeping

• Wash dishes and clean the kitchen after meal preparation.

• Sweep, mop, dust, and vacuum living areas.

• Change bed linens.

• Wash, dry, fold, and put away laundry.

• Organize and maintain a safe, clean living environment.

• Take out household trash and recycling.

Transportation & Errands

When approved by the agency:

• Grocery shop and complete household errands.

• Drive clients to medical appointments.

• Provide transportation to social events, church, shopping, and personal appointments.

• Pick up prescriptions and other essential items (excluding controlled substances, unless specifically authorized).

Safety & Wellness

• Provide medication reminders only (no medication administration).

• Help reduce fall risks by maintaining a safe environment.

• Observe and report changes in the client's physical, environmental, or emotional condition.

• Encourage independence while providing appropriate supervision.

Documentation

• Accurately document services provided.

• Report concerns, incidents, or changes in condition to the office promptly.

• Follow all SYNERGY HomeCare policies, HIPAA regulations, infection prevention

  practices, and safety standards.

Companion Care Limitations

Companion Caregivers do not provide hands-on personal care or skilled nursing services. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Bathing or showering assistance

• Dressing assistance

• Transferring or lifting clients

• Toileting or incontinence care

• Medication administration

• Catheter care

• Wound care

• Vital signs

• Skilled nursing procedures

• Any task requiring a licensed healthcare professional

Clients requiring these services should be assigned to a Personal Care Attendant (PCA), Specialized Caregiver, or Licensed Nurse, as appropriate.

Reliable transportation is required.

SYNERGY HomeCare Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $14/hr

• Direct deposit weekly

• Paid training

• Time-and-a-half pay for holidays and overtime

• Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients

• Employee retention and recognition programs

• Bonus opportunities available
  

Our Commitment

At SYNERGY HomeCare, our Companion Caregivers are dedicated to bringing comfort, connection, and peace of mind to every client and family we serve. Through compassionate companionship and dependable support, we help our clients maintain their independence while enhancing their overall quality of life.

We are seeking caregivers to join our independently owned and operated national agency. We would love to have you on our team, apply with SYNERGY HomeCare today!