Companion Caregiver Job Description - Massachusetts

Companion Caregiver - Elder Care Services

As part of our care team, Homemaker Caregivers support clients by acting as a surrogate caregiver and friend when family members or loved ones can’t be present. It can give family and friends the peace of mind that their loved one is getting the attention he or she deserves, the companionship they desire and the care they need to remain safe at home.

Interested in becoming a Home Health Aide - We provide you with free Home Health Aide training while you work at Connected Home Care. Once completed, you will receive an increase in pay and responsibilities.

JOB DETAILS:

• Assist with the activities of daily living including but not limited to:
  • Light Housekeeping – including but not limited to vacuuming, dusting, dry mopping, dishwashing, cleaning the kitchen and bathroom, and changing beds
  • Laundry and linen service to include washing, ironing and folding clothes.
  • Prepares meals and snacks according to care plan - this may include following a specialized diet plan as identified on the care plan
  • Shopping service to client for grocery and clothes.
  • Incidental transportation for client which includes visits to doctor appointments, friends, family members, or stores.
• Monitor client supplies
• Observe and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior or appearance
• Follow a written care plan and maintain records of daily activities
• Escort clients on appointments (requires pre-approval)
• Provides companionship for the client. This includes accompanying client on walks, trips to social/recreational activities, assistance with hobbies, etc
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A mature person 18 or older
• High school education or equivalent is preferred but not mandatory
• Has an interest in working with elders
• Possess a driver’s license and a reliable car
• Is able to understand and carry out directions and instructions of written care plan, recorded messages and keep records
• Flexible, sensitive to the needs of others, reliable and able to cope with emergencies