JENNIFER RENEÉ SIMMONS
Professional Healthcare Provider for the Elderly
Right after high-school I decided to go and work with the elderly. Probably, because mostly my grandmother raised me and I was surrounded by older ladies and gentleman during my growing up. I felt very comfortable around my grandmother and her friends and family. Many of them needed some kind of help, sometimes just to get up from the chair and when I helped them they were always kind and very appreciative. I decided early on that I would like to be a doctor or nurse to help my grandmother’s generation.
Companion Job Description
We are looking for a compassionate, attentive Companion to care for and assist our clients to ensure they lead safe, healthy lives. The Companion will provide emotional support as clients heal or cope with disabilities, aging, sickness, or surgery. They will take care of basic housekeeping, prepare meals, remind clients to take medication, help clients engage in activities and social events, and perform other tasks to help clients feel safe and supported. You should have strong communication and planning skills and be willing to meet the physical demands of the position and comply with all safety, medical, and dietary directions.
To be a successful Companion, you should be focused on providing the best possible care and support for your clients. You should be sympathetic, responsible, attentive, and detail-oriented.
Companion Responsibilities:
- Engaging clients by conversing with them and planning and attending them as they participate in appropriate social activities and hobbies
- Handling basic housekeeping, such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, organizing, and laundry.
- Planning and preparing meals for clients, taking dietary restrictions and preferences into consideration.
- Taking a genuine interest in client by listening to their needs, ensuring that their environment is clean and safe, and providing them with proper food and medication.
- Monitoring clients, recording and reporting any developments or concerns to appropriate parties, such as company supervisors, doctors, or family members.
- Driving clients to planned outings or events.
- Handling errands for or with client, such as grocery shopping, paying bills, writing letters, etc.
- Providing emotional support for clients as they heal or cope with their conditions.