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Concierge Companion Job Description

As a Concierge Companion, you will help engage our clients in social activities in the home and the community by accompanying them on social outings, medical appointments, and errands. This position does not include assisting with personal care.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Professional or personal experience working with individuals who have cognitive deficits, physical limitations, and/or mental illness
• High school diploma; Four-year college degree (preferred)
• Valid driver's license with a registered vehicle that is insured
• A strong service orientation and a special interest in working with older adults
• Ability to work well independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Completes regularly scheduled client visits in the DC Metro area to perform companion services.
• Provides incidental transportation for clients, including visits to grocery stores and other planned medical or social events.
• Discusses planned activities with the client's family and the client's assigned care manager as needed.
• Following client visits, prepares detailed activity reports in the client database in conjunction with recording all time spent with a client.
• Consults with the Director of Debbie's Angels and/or care managers on any changes observed during client visits (behavior, physical, or other urgent issues).
• Communicates with the Director of Debbie's Angels, care managers, and/or family members by phone or email following client visits, or as indicated.
• Promotes relationships in the community by sharing information about our services.
• Regularly participates in monthly meetings, in-services, educational programs, and team-focused communication.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to travel to and complete client visits in varying weather conditions and in a variety of home and community settings.
• Ability to safely navigate stairs, curbs, ramps, sidewalks, parking areas, and other uneven surfaces while accompanying clients in their home and community settings.
• Client visits may involve prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and other physical activity.
• May be exposed to clients who are ill or immunocompromised and must follow applicable AWE health and safety procedures.

Compensation:

• Starting at $20.00 per hour