Hospice Companion
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in hospice, caregiving, senior care, healthcare, or customer service is preferred but not required.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
- Ability to remain calm and supportive in sensitive situations.
- Enjoy working with Senior Citizens, Positive Attitude, Professional, Responsible & Dependable
- Must be willing to TRAVEL
- Valid Driver's License and Auto insurance Coverage with reliable transportation
About the role
Provide companionship through conversation, reading, music, games, or simply being present. Offer emotional support to patients and their families with empathy, patience, and respect, committed to providing comfort, dignity, and companionship during life's final chapter. Assist with light, non-medical comfort measures such as repositioning (if trained), offering blankets, and creating a calm environment. Observe and report changes in the patient's emotional or physical condition to the hospice nurse or care team. Support family caregivers by providing respite companionship when appropriate. Assist with light housekeeping related to the patient's immediate environment, such as tidying the room, washing dishes, or changing bed linens when needed. Encourage meaningful activities that align with the patient's interests, abilities, and preferences. Document visits and communicate appropriately with the interdisciplinary hospice team. Treat all patients and families with dignity, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. Must be able to provide genuine compassion for individuals facing serious illness and have respect for diverse cultural and spiritual beliefs. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and hospice policies.
Pay
Salary: $17-$20/hr
Schedule
Full-time | Friday/Saturday/Sunday | 8 PM- 8 AM
Location
Franklin County, Ohio, and the surrounding area
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Life Insurance
- Growth opportunities
About the Companion role
Provide companionship through conversation, reading, music, games, or simply being present. Offer emotional support to patients and their families with empathy, patience, and respect, committed to providing comfort, dignity, and companionship during life's final chapter. Assist with light, non-medical comfort measures such as repositioning (if trained), offering blankets, and creating a calm environment. Observe and report changes in the patient's emotional or physical condition to the hospice nurse or care team. Support family caregivers by providing respite companionship when appropriate. Assist with light housekeeping related to the patient's immediate environment, such as tidying the room, washing dishes, or changing bed linens when needed. Encourage meaningful activities that align with the patient's interests, abilities, and preferences. Document visits and communicate appropriately with the interdisciplinary hospice team. Treat all patients and families with dignity, compassion, and cultural sensitivity. Must be able to provide genuine compassion for individuals facing serious illness and have respect for diverse cultural and spiritual beliefs. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and hospice policies.
Why work with Care 360 Hospice
- Medical, dental, and vision health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Life Insurance
- Growth opportunities
NEXT STEPS
We appreciate your interest in our Hospice Companion position. Upon submission of your application, please be advised that we will reach out to you for further discussion should you meet the requirements of this position.