Companion II

Companion II PositionAthena Care at Home is seeking a compassionate and skilled Companion II to join our dynamic care team in the Glastonbury area. $17 an hour with weekly pay. This on-the-road position requires the candidate to have an active driver's license and an insured vehicle, and must be willing to travel throughout the county. Mileage is reimbursed.Job Summary:You will provide supervision for safety and assistance to clients in activities of daily living to maintain them in their home. You will provide non-medical personal care to support clients living with physical, emotional, or cognitive impairments, including housekeeping duties, personal hygiene assistance, and more.Responsibilities:Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, and eating/feedingProvide medication remindersHousekeeping, including vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, trash removal, laundry, changing bed sheets, etc.Drive clients to and from planned outings, events, or appointments, as neededProvide emotional and social support to clientsAssist with grocery shopping and meal preparationMonitor the skin health of the clientApplication and maintenance of prosthetics and orthoticsReport any changes in the client's status to appropriate team membersRequirements:High school diploma or its equivalentExcellent customer service and listening skillsMust be at least 18 years oldMust have an active driver's license and an insured vehicleAccess to a working telephone for communication with the client, family, and the teamExcellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with the client, family, and office staffAbility to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageDemonstrate the ability to make appropriate professional judgmentsAbility to handle multiple tasksAbility to provide covered Homemaker service according to the client's care plan, respond appropriately to client's needs and reports changes in the client's condition to the supervising ManagerWe are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.