Companion

Community Friendship Village of Bloomington
8100 Highwood Drive
Bloomington, Minnesota 55438

About the Role

• Assist with simple health care routines such as reminders to maintain diet restriction, medication regimen, and recommended exercises.
• Provide observations and detailed feedback to the caseworker on resident’s behavior, mood, and adjustment in the home.
• Give emotional support and encouragement during periods of loneliness, depression, bereavement, etc.
• Record observations and signs each entry on the appropriate form for each resident visit.
• Communicate on a weekly basis or more often as necessary with the nurse or director of home health.
• Immediately report emergency situations by phone to nurse or home health office.
• Confirm on a weekly basis the scheduling of visits with the scheduling coordinator, nurse, or director of home health to coordinate necessary visits with other personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in the home health setting preferred.
• Successful completion of at least eight hours of generic training in an approved basic education program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license, a good driving record, and reliable transportation.

Pay

Pay Range: $15.00-$20.45+ hourly, based on experience and qualifications.

About the Company

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day.