Companion

Benefits

• Supportive Work Environment
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling

Definition

The Companion is a person who possesses adequate communication skills and abilities to provide companionship to clients in the home setting. The Companion does not render any hands‑on care to the client.

Line of Authority

Reports directly to the registered nurse clinician.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least the ninth-grade level of secondary education preferred.
• Documentation on file of having received, training in topics related to human development and interpersonal relationships, nutrition, marketing, food storage, use of equipment and supplies, planning and organizing of household tasks, and principles of cleanliness and safety.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Demonstrates maturity and a sincere interest in the client.
• Demonstrates good personal grooming and health habits.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Demonstrates mental acuity high enough to write, read, and adequately communicate with clients.

Duties

Renders companion services to clients in the home setting:

• Listening
• Reading to client
• Supervising environment
• Communicates verbally
• Recognizes life‑threatening situations, and acts according to protocol
• Offers emotional support
• Accompanies client to outside appointments
• Provide light housekeeping tasks, such as preparation of meals, and laundering the client's personal garments.
• Performs casual cosmetic assistance, i.e. brushing the hair, assisting with the application of makeup, filing and polishing nails (not clipping).
• Stabilizes the client when walking as needed.
• Maintains a chronological written record of services.
• Report any unusual incidents or changes in the client's behavior to the registered nurse.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency matters.
• Submits required documentation in a timely manner.
• Attains quarterly goals established by the DON at quarterly evaluation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical and Mental Limitations Statement

“You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your ability to do the job. However, you should disclose any physical or mental impairment for which special arrangements or accommodations are needed to enable you to perform the essential functions of the job. Your description of any impairment and suggestions for reasonable accommodations will be considered in providing reasonable accommodation. The duties and responsibilities herein describe the general nature and level of work required. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the requirements for this position.”