JOB SUMMARY:

A FirstLight HomeCare Companion Care Assistant is an individual who is competent to perform assigned functions of non-medical care for a client in his/her residence.

Benefits:

Flexible schedule, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Referral program, Employee discount, Paid training, Mileage reimbursement

QUALIFICATIONS:

An applicant for the position of FirstLight HomeCare Companion Care Assistant will need to meet the following basic qualifications:

• The applicant must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick and elderly.
• The applicant must have the ability to carry out directions, and to read and write.
• The applicant must demonstrate maturity, professionalism and the ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
• The applicant must submit to a complete background-check, including a check of criminal and driving records along with finger printing and substance testing where required.
• The applicant must be 18 years of age and a citizen of the United States.
• The applicant may have 1 year of either personal or professional experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

A FirstLight HomeCare Companion Care Assistant can/will:

• Provide companionship to client.
• Prepare and serve meals and/or snacks.
• Provide grooming and dressing guidance.
• Provide light housekeeping.
• Provide laundry and linen service to include washing, ironing and folding clothes.
• Provide shopping service to client to include grocery and clothes shopping.
• Provide incidental transportation for client, including visits to doctor appointments, friends, family members or stores.
• Provide assistance and planning of client’s recreational activities and events.
• Remind client when to take medications.
• Record and report changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior or appearance to supervisor or Case Coordinator.
• Document services delivered in accordance with FirstLight Home Care policies and procedures.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• A FirstLight HomeCare Companion Assistant works both indoors in the agency office and in the field with clients and referral sources.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

• Supervised by: Care Coordinator

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: (Ability to perform the following tasks if necessary)

• Ability to participate in physical activity.
• Ability to work for extended period of time while standing and being involved in physical activity.
• Heavy lifting.
• Ability to do extensive bending, lifting and standing on a regular basis.

About Morning Star Home Care D.B.A FirstLight Home Care of North West Cleveland

Helping People through Home Care in Westlake
When you or your loved one requires non-medical in home care, you can count on FirstLight Home Care of Westlake, Ohio. We can help with all your home care needs, whether it’s a senior who requires personal care, complete companion care, someone who is recovering from surgery or a new mother in need of respite care. You can be at peace knowing you’re in good hands with FirstLight’s innovative and compassionate home care.
As a home care and senior care provider offering our services in Westlake, Olmsted Falls, Lorain and surrounding communities, we proudly accept Anthem Medicare insurance. Contact us today to learn more about what we can do for you and your loved one in Ohio.

Pay: $12 - $15 / hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Other

Job types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Other

Education: No education required

Work location: On-site