Salary: $17 - $20 / per hour ; Especially looking for week nights and weekend availabilities.

　　The Companion Caregiver provides services to patients/clients in their places of residence that includes, but is not limited to, certain “hands-off” care. “Hands-off” care includes: providing and encouraging socialization; encouraging a mild exercise program; encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications; supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing; assisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping chores. The provision of “hands-off” care as described above is contingent upon the licensing requirements of each state.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides “hands off” care such as:

　　Providing and encouraging socialization

　　Encouraging a mild exercise program

　　Encouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medications

　　Supervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressing

　　Assisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping chores

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Arrives at the client’s home on time and leaves when shift schedule is complete

　　Performs all duties in an accurate and timely manner

　　Maintains confidentiality of all client information, in accordance with HIPAA standards

　　Safeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautions

　　Notifies the office of any abnormal findings or conditions

　　Adheres to standards and procedures of the Company

　　Represents the Company with a positive image at all times

　　Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of all facilities

　　Effectively communicates with the office staff, including availability to work

　　Adheres to time and attendance policies

　　Provides requirements-related information (Annual PPD, In-services, etc) in a timely fashion; follows all other compliance standards at all times

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Must be at least 18 years old

　　One (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferred

　　Ability to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries preferred

　　Must demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills preferred

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferred

　　Proficiency in the English language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Services, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　About Maxim Healthcare Services

　　Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.