The Companion is a paraprofessional, providing services in the home for clients under the direct supervision of a qualified supervisor. Companion services include support, encouragement, companionship, respite breaks for family or caregivers, and provision of and instruction in reporting of changes in the client’s situation. The Companion is assigned to a client by the coordinator and follows a written plan of service.
Qualifications
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A High school diploma or equivalent
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A minimum of one (1) year experience in a working environment
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Completion of an initial Agency training
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Must have a criminal background check
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Current CPR Certification
Responsibilities
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Provide respite breaks for family or caregivers
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Provide assistance with reading and writing correspondence and publications
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Provides observation and feedback to the supervisor on client’s changes observed
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Notifies superior of any safety issues
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Being supportive and encouragement during periods of loneliness, depressions, bereavement etc.
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Follows the plan of service for tasks
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Records observations and tasks and signs each entry on the appropriate form for each visit made
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Communicates on a weekly basis or more often as necessary with the supervisor
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Immediately reports emergency situations by phone to supervisor or office
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Keeps an accurate time and mileage report
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Follows assignments and regulations
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Follows specific office orders for each client
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Uses policy manual as guidelines
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Works within the organizational channel of authority and knows the area of responsibility of all other team members
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Wears appropriate clothing and ID badge when at work
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Confirming on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits with the Supervisor, to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel
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Notifying the Agency of absences due to illness, emergency leave, normal vacation periods, or special professional meetings, which will affect agreed service with the agency
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Other duties as assigned
