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The Care Companion Worker provides for the maintenance of a safe and clean environment by performing general light cleaning duties throughout client’s homes including, yet not limited to the cleaning of client rooms and bathrooms, vacuuming, meal preparation and companionship activities for clients in their Home environment, improving the quality of life for the client and assisting them to maintain their independence at home.

Duties

Adheres to Right at Home policies and procedures including participation in Quality Assurance activities.

Performs work under the supervision of the staffing coordinator/Care Manager

Performs homemaking activities contained in the Client Home Record which includes, but is not limited to: vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linen, laundry and cleaning bathrooms.

Prepares meals and snacks for client according to client/family and supervisor’s instructions. May also perform grocery shopping, if prearranged with the office.

Provides companionship for the client including accompanying client on walks, trips to social/recreational activities, assistance with hobbies etc.

The Care Companion Worker/Homemaker is responsible for the documentation of services provided in the client record and by use of the telephony system.

The Care Companion must refer all questions or reports to the RN/Care Manager and should not contact the client’s physician directly.

Communicates effectively with client’s, significant others and other members of the Care Team and ensures confidentiality of client information.

Maintains up to date knowledge and skills by attending In-Service training in accordance to identified needs particularly in relation to Work Health & Safety.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness to learn, develop and take on new challenges

• Current National Police Check

• Current First Aid & CPR certificates

• Current unrestricted driver’s licence

• A reliable, well-maintained vehicle

• Comprehensive car insurance

• Smart mobile phone

   

• Covid-19 Vaccine(3 doses)