Now Hiring Part Time Companion

Appointment Companion

Colorado Springs Pikes Peak Location - Colorado Springs, CO 80909 End Date 09/25/2026

Overview

Salary Range $16.64 - $19.14 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Outside Participant Attendant provides an escort for the frail and elderly participants for outside appointments during the day. Assists as necessary within the Scheduling department during down time.

MISSION: Improving lives, Optimizing wellness, Promoting independence

COMPETENCIES:

Technical Expertise

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Effective Communication

Results Oriented

Personal Credibility

Quality Focus

People Focus

Flexibility

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Must remain patient and maintain good customer service when working with participants and internal or external staff

Escorts participants to all outside appointments that have been arranged by the scheduling department

Assists with the needs of the participant during any outside appointment (i.e. participant paperwork, toileting, mobility and possible transfers)

Documents services provided during the escorted appointment consistently and accurately via Electronic Health Records (EHR). Follows and fills out forms completely and neatly. Documentation is completed in a timely manner

Communicates with Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS) for outside appointments, as necessary, including ensuring that the participant is signed in/out of the center and appointment

Views email throughout the day to receive updated scheduling information

Checks in with the scheduling department when a participant cancels or no-shows an outside appointment to assist with department needs

Maintains proper boundaries when dealing with participants. Notifies manager of any possible ethical or boundary issues immediately upon discovery

Must be available to work various hours to include early morning and late evening appointments. Possible overtime

Must remain patient and maintain good customer service when working with participants and internal or external staff

Other duties as requested/assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required

One year of experience with a frail, or elderly population is required preferred

Must be knowledgeable in how to use a Computer and Microsoft Office applications

Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with participants, co-workers, vendors, medical staff, and the public

Capable of and experienced in assisting individuals with special mobility needs

Knowledge of how to operate medical equipment (wheelchair, walkers) desired

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care, Wellness Program, Telemedicine Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Company Paid Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accidental Injury Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, 403(b) Savings Plan, Legal Shield and IDShield, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time-Off plan. Such benefits are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade and length of service.

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