Hospice Companion

Hospice Companion

Salary: $17-$20/hr BOE

Schedule: Full-time Friday/Saturday/Sunday 8 PM- 8 AM

Location: Franklin County Ohio and the surrounding area

Requirements of the Hospice Companion role:

• 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 Drivers License and Auto insurance Coverage with reliable transportation

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 lifes 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 patients 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 patients immediate environment such as tidying the room washing dishes or changing bed linens when needed.

• Encourage meaningful activities that align with the patients 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.

• All other duties as assigned

Why work with Care 360 Hospice:

• Medical dental and vision health Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Matching

• Life Insurance

• Growth opportunities

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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.

Care 360 Hospice

3455 Mill Run Road Suite 900

Hilliard Ohio 43026

Care 360 Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.