Home Health Care - Companion

Companion Position
Executive Home Care of Gwinnett Northwest is a home care and staffing agency proudly serving Northwest Gwinnett County. The Executive Home Care experience is steeped in understanding of aging, and it comes from a place of genuine compassion for our fellow human being. Since 2004 we have been guided by a unified mission and core values.
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. EHC Gwinnett Northwest offers flexible schedules, compensation of $13 to $17 per hour, and opportunities for higher-paying assignments based on client needs and caregiver qualifications.
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.
Compensation: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour
Since 2004, Executive Home Care has been a critical resource for families looking for in-home care for their loved ones.
Executive Home Care provides outstanding training and benefits for the caregivers we place. The professional development of our staff is important to our clients; they want to know that their caregiver is skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced in the field.
Additionally, our caregivers enjoy attractive benefits in addition to the features of the job that make it inherently rewarding. When you put the two together, you get a winning combination that makes for a great job with incredible long-term potential.
Executive Home Care is currently hiring dedicated, compassionate people who enjoy helping others. As a professional caregiver, you will provide direct care to seniors who need a little help with everyday living. Experience in healthcare is not necessary, and all training is provided.