Caregiver/ Companion Needed In NE Portland! Work For An Amazing Non-Profit

Do you want a job where it feels like you aren't working? Look no further! We have a sweet female client in NE Portland that is looking for a companion. Go to the coffee shop together, listen to music, chat and go on walk. Make a difference in someone's life and have fun while doing it! Dementia experience is required.

United Homecare Services takes care of our caregivers!

Founded as a nonprofit organization, our mission is "To enhance the dignity and quality of life of Oregon seniors and partner with families who seek home assistance."

Our staff has a passion for helping people! We value our caregivers because they are at the heart of what we do. We take great care to match experienced caregivers to our client's needs, so that both can enjoy a long-lasting, positive relationship and form a bond of trust.

Responsibilities and duties may include ;

Assist the client with activities of daily living
Provide personal care services including bathing and toileting assistance, Transfers, mobility, dressing and grooming
Perform light housekeeping and do laundry to help maintain comfortable and healthy living conditions
Provide companionship services to reduce senior isolation
Provide medication reminders
Plan, prepare and serve meals
Complete client s shopping or accompany the client to do so successfully
Transport client to and from appointments
Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Benefits

$19.00 per hour to start
1:1 Client ratio
Paid Time Off
Healthcare benefits for full time employees (work 27 hours per week)
Employee Assistance Program
Travel time and mileage reimbursement
Ongoing training and professional development
Recognition program (incentives, travel gear)
Support and supervision from an area manager who looks for "win-win" scenarios

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.