Care Companion

The Role

The Care Companion supports the well-being and daily living needs of residents in Independent Living Assisted Living and Memory Care while embodying Enso Villages contemplative care approach. This role emphasizes presence compassion and person-centered service to enhance the quality of life for each resident.

Position Duties:

Resident Support & Care

• Provide respectful person-centered care and services to residents in Independent Living Assisted Living and Memory Care in alignment with Enso Villages contemplative care approach.
• Assist residents with mobility grooming bathing eating and other activities of daily living based on individual needs.
• Monitor and report changes in resident condition behavior or health concerns to appropriate staff or clinical teams.
• Understand and document care needs in communication logs and electronic health records maintaining awareness of alert status and protocols.

Resident Engagement & Companionship

• Foster positive relationships with residents through genuine conversation presence and active listening.
• Encourage and support resident participation in hobbies social activities and wellness programs.
• Accompany residents to meals appointments or outdoor walks as appropriate.

Household & Environmental Support

• Perform basic household tasks such as tidying resident rooms assisting with laundry or meal preparation when needed.
• Ensure resident environments are clean organized and safe.
• Identify and report safety hazards (e.g. fall risks equipment concerns) and support adherence to cleanliness protocols.

Coordination & Communication

• Coordinate with team members to support resident schedules appointments and transportation needs.
• Maintain respectful communication and collaborative relationships with residents families and interdisciplinary team members.
• Serve as a liaison for Independent Living residents requesting wellness or support check-ins.

Compliance & Training

• Maintain current knowledge of Enso Village policies procedures and quality-of-care standards in accordance with local state and federal regulations.
• Follow emergency procedures and participate in training and drills.
• Reinforce and model Enso Villages contemplative care practices and core values.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in senior living healthcare or dementia care preferred.
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (or ability to complete upon hire).
• Familiarity with aging-related conditions including dementia and mobility limitations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to document clearly and maintain confidentiality.
• Calm and compassionate demeanor with the ability to multitask and respond effectively in urgent or emotional situations.
• Strong sense of presence attentiveness and empathy.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to walk stand bend and stoop for extended periods (90% of the workday).
• Ability to safely lift and transfer up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to cleaning agents bodily fluids and typical workplace noise.
• Requires close visual acuity for computer use and documentation.

As a responsible and safety-conscious organization we are committed to maintaining a secure and drug-free work environment. To ensure the well-being of our team members and uphold our values we require candidates to undergo a background check and drug testing as part of our selection process. Selected candidates will also be required to complete an employee physical including a TB test.

Compensation and Benefits:

Enso Village is committed to equal pay and transparency. The salary range for this position is $23.50-$26.00 per hour. Compensation is based on experience education skills and business considerations.

We provide team members with a supportive and inclusive work environment focused on health and well-being. Full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical dental and vision coverage available starting on your first day of employment.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with a generous employer match to help you plan for the future.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid annual vacation sick days personal days and holidays.
• Healthy Meals: Subsidized organic nutritious meals available daily.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing career growth and development within the organization.

We value applicants of all different backgrounds experiences and skill sets. If you think you could excel in this role (regardless of whether you meet all the qualifications) we encourage you to apply. Enso Village is an equal opportunity employer which means that we consider applicants for hire and make employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status disability age genetic information or other legally protected status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who request accommodation.