Companion II

$35,360 - $40,560/Yr

Athena Home Health - Windsor, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Windsor, CT

About the position

The Companion II position at Athena Care at Home involves providing compassionate non-medical personal care to clients, assisting them with activities of daily living, and ensuring their safety and well-being in their homes. This role is essential in supporting clients with physical, emotional, or cognitive impairments, and it offers opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated care team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, ambulation, eating/feeding, continence care)
• Skin monitoring to maintain the health of the skin
• Range of motion (ROM) and muscle strengthening exercises to maintain an optimal level of functioning
• Turning and positioning of the client as required by a skilled nurse
• Medication reminders
• Application and maintenance of prosthetics and orthotics
• Meal planning, preparation, and grocery shopping
• Accompanying clients to medical appointments
• Assisting, monitoring, or prompting the client to complete daily tasks
• Redirection, monitoring, and observation integral to the care plan
• Appropriate reporting of changes in client status
• Perform routine household tasks as assigned in a care plan
• Cleaning areas including bathroom, kitchen, living area, and laundry
• Takes a genuine interest in client needs and ensures a safe environment
• Monitors and reports client's concerns to appropriate parties
• Driving clients to planned outings or events
• Providing emotional support for clients.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Must have an active and unencumbered CNA, PCA, or HHA license in the state
• Excellent customer service and listening skills
• Must have a reliable source of transportation including an insured vehicle
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to read and write English
• Demonstrate the ability to make appropriate professional judgments
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Access to a working telephone for regular communication.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in patient monitoring
• Previous experience in a caregiving role

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid holidays
• Vision insurance