Companion II

We are hiring per diem Companion IIs to join our dynamic care team at Athena Care at Home in the Granby area!

Weekly pay at $17 an hour. This on-the-road position requires the candidate to have an active driver's license and an insured vehicle.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life!

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

This position provides supervision for safety and assistance to the client in activities of daily living to maintain the client in their home. You provide compassionate nonmedical personal care to support clients living with physical, emotional, or cognitive impairments such as housekeeping duties, personal hygiene assistance, and more.

Education & Experience :

Must be at least 18 years old.

Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Must have an active and unencumbered CNA, PCA, or HHA license in the state.

Duties & Responsibilities :

Assist with Activities of Daily Living (bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, ambulation, eating / feeding,

continence care)

Skin monitoring to maintain the health of the skin

Range of motion (ROM) and muscle strengthening exercises to maintain an optimal level of functioning

Turning and position of the client required by a skilled nurse

Medication reminders

Application and maintenance of prosthetics and orthotics

Meal planning, preparation and grocery shopping

Accompanying to medical appointments

Assisting, monitoring or prompting the client to complete the above items

Redirection, monitoring and observation that are integral part of a care plan in the above items

Redirection and intervention for behavior, including observation and monitoring

Appropriate reporting of changes in client status

Performs routine household tasks as assigned in a written or electronic care plan

Cleaning Areas :

Bathroom

Client’s Bedroom / Sleeping area

Kitchen

Living Area

Laundry / Changing bed linens

Dusting and vacuuming

Washes Dishes

Floor Care

Trash Removal

Takes a genuine interest in client by listening to their needs, ensuring that their environment is safe

Monitors and reports client’s concerns to appropriate parties, such as company supervisors, doctors, or family members

Driving clients to planned outings or events

Providing emotional support for clients as they heal or cope with their conditions

Specific Requirements :

Excellent customer service and listening skills.

Must have a reliable source of transportation including an insured vehicle.

Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to effectively communicate with the client, family, and

office staff.

Ability to read and write English.

Demonstrate the ability to make appropriate professional judgments.

Ability to handle multiple tasks.

Able to provide covered Homemaker service according to the client’s care plan, respond appropriately to client’s needs and reports changes in the client’s condition to the supervising Manager.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Access to a working telephone for regular communication with Office / Manager, client, responsible party, and Staffing Coordinator.

About Athena Health Care Systems :

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits :

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members :

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.