Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides “hands off” care such as:Providing and encouraging socializationEncouraging a mild exercise programEncouraging medication compliance through timely reminders to take medicationsSupervising the safety of the patient/client when bathing, toileting, and dressingAssisting with grocery-shopping; and performing light housekeeping choresPerforms other duties as assigned/necessaryArrives at the client’s home on time and leaves when shift schedule is completePerforms all duties in an accurate and timely mannerMaintains confidentiality of all client information, in accordance with HIPAA standardsSafeguards the client/patient by observing appropriate infection control procedures including but not limited to universal precautionsNotifies the office of any abnormal findings or conditionsAdheres to standards and procedures of the CompanyRepresents the Company with a positive image at all timesDemonstrates flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of all facilitiesEffectively communicates with the office staff, including availability to workAdheres to time and attendance policiesProvides requirements-related information (Annual PPD, In-services, etc) in a timely fashion; follows all other compliance standards at all timesPerforms other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years oldOne (1) year of experience as a Companion Care Homemaker/Companion Care Provider preferredAbility to carry out tasks in a professional manner and adhere to policies regarding professionalism and boundaries preferredMust demonstrate a compassionate nature and possess strong interpersonal skills preferredAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills preferredProficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency required

\t\t\t\t\tAbout Maxim Healthcare Services \t\t\t\t\tMaxim 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. \t\t\t\t\t
\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\tMaxim 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.