In Home Companion, Private Duty

Overview

The Companion provides companion services such as meal preparation, medication reminders, errand services, grocery shopping, companionship, transportation, some light housekeeping, and other private duty services as assigned. Assists the client with the development of a circle of support, builds and maintains relationships with family, friends, and neighbors. Assists client in making medical appointments and ensures client is present for all appointments. Other responsibilities include promoting a safe environment, providing protective supervision and advocacy, and communicating all client‑related information to the appropriate staff in a timely manner. Acts as a mandated abuse reporter. Must have reliable transportation to perform assigned home‑care visits; if using a personal vehicle, must maintain a current, valid driver’s license with proof of an acceptable driving record and auto liability coverage as required by Virginia State Law.

Responsibilities

• Provides companion services such as meal preparation, medication reminders, errand services, grocery shopping, companionship, transportation, light housekeeping, and other private duty services as assigned.
• Follows the plan of care that assures patients receive consistent, competent, and ethical care, within legal standards of practice, while maintaining privacy and support for the patient’s value system.
• Provides care consistent with both verbal and/or written instructions.
• Understands assigned plans of care within appropriate scope of practice and responsibilities as directed by the RN/LPN to include accurately completing all required documentation.
• Assists client in making medical appointments and ensures client is present for all appointments.
• Additionally assists client with developing support network, building and maintaining relationships with family, friends and neighbors.
• Assists and participates in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Ensures availability of resources (equipment, instruments, supplies) necessary to ensure positive patient outcomes.
• Maintains clean, safe and orderly work/patient environment by cleaning work stations/areas, equipment, stocking supplies, and placing equipment in proper storage areas.
• Promotes a safe environment, provides protective supervision and advocacy, and communicates client‑related information to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Acts as a mandated abuse reporter.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Experience: 1 year prior companion experience in home care or other healthcare setting (Preferred)
• Licenses and Certifications: CPR/BLS Certification – American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days (Required)
• Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Must be at least 25 years of age
• At least 5 years of acceptable driving record
• Have a reliable vehicle for transportation
• If using personal vehicle, must maintain a current, valid driver’s license with proof of appropriate, satisfactory driving record and proof of auto liability coverage as required by Virginia State Law

Pay

Hiring Range $15.60 - $20.25/Hourly. Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.