Companion / Sitter

Job Description

Job Description

Companions / Sitters Needed Immediately - (PRN) Attractive Rates - $20 Per Hour, Super Understanding Employer!

Blue Haven Home Care is looking for highly compassionate and dependable individuals to fill the position of companion / sitter. This is a position that comes with excellent benefits, including a competitive salary rate, flexible schedules, weekly pay, an understanding and highly supportive employer, and opportunities to grow and learn from accomplished in-home care professionals. You must be ready to treat our clients in a respectful and compassionate way, and expect to be respected and valued in return.

About Us :

BLUE HAVEN HOME CARE is a non-medical, in-home care provider who maintains the highest quality standards in the industry. Our goal is to add value to the lives of our clients and those who love them. We are based in Worcester and our services are available in Worcester County. We value our employees the same way we value our clients!

POSITION : COMPANION / SITTER

Job Type : PRN

Pay : $20 / hr

Employer Type : Non-Medical Home Care Agency

Travel Required : Within 50 mile radius

Work Location : Multiple Locations

SCHEDULE : Monday to Friday

Weekends

Day Shift

Night Shift

On Call

Weekends

Why You Should Join Us!

o Very competitive pay rates ($20 / hr) and Benefits

o Work -Life Balance

o Career growth

o Sick and emergency leave

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Our Agency is dedicated to hiring people we can trust with our own families. Our companions / sitter deliver various services in accordance with an established plan of care, and provides for the companionship needs and comfort of patients in their homes.

Qualifications & Education :

o   High school graduation or GED required.

o   Ability to read, write, follow instructions and complete training or pass competency assessment, as appropriate, for understanding needs of populations served, i.e.,

o   Basic meal preparation

o   Provision of transportation services

o   Housekeeping

o   Home safety

o   Handle emergencies in the home and infection control

o   Evidence of sympathetic attitude towards elderly care

o   Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands

o   Good verbal communications skills required.

o   Attend (8) hours of training per year.

o   Shall have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered work with this agency.

o   Ability to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing client care.

Responsibilities :

o   Provide continuous companionship for the client while on duty

o   Provide assistance with errands, social activities, meal preparation, pet grooming.

o   Observe the client’s general physical, emotional and mental condition and report all changes to the supervisor

o   Provide medication reminders and supervise the self-administration of medication

o   Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents

o   Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

o   Maintains strict confidentiality of client, family, and caregiver information

o   Maintains good personal hygiene and must be neat in appearance.

Physical Demands :

o Sufficient visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.

Ability to :

o Perform tasks involving activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing.

o Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds.

o   Work assigned hours per week

Additional Requirements :

o Assess and communicate with all clients, co-workers and general public.

o Must have a passion for caregiving and a desire to help others

o Must have a reliable means of transport.

o Must provide valid proof of a negative TB test, or be willing to get tested.

HOW TO APPLY :

https : / / app.caretime.net / blue -haven-home-care / apply

Send your RESUME to info@bluehavenhomecare.com

FOR QUESTIONS OR CLARIFICATIONS :

Send inquiries to info@bluehavenhomecare.com

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS :

BLUE HAVEN HOMECARE provides all PPEs (personal protective equipment) to all CNAs and other direct care providers, including masks, gowns, eye-ware, and gloves.