Adult Companion
Job Type: Part Time
Schedule: 20 hours; M-F
Location: North Adams, MA 01247
$750 Sign On Bonus
Adult Companion Responsibilities
As an Adult Companion, you will provide non-medical care to a functionally disabled senior. The goal of this role is to help members stay safely in their home. You will help with meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping and other daily living activities. This service is provided in accordance with a therapeutic goal in the service plan. There are 2 positions available in North Adams:
1.) A gentleman in his 50’s, he is an amputee (leg),and uses a power chair for mobility. Looking for someone to work nights/weekends, to take him shopping and other places.
2.) A woman in her 60’s who gets around fairly well with a walker. Looking for someone to provide companionship and take her out into the community for shopping ect. on Tuesdays and Thursdays after 3:00pm plus weekends.
Adult Companion Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- A high school diploma, or have life or work experience with individuals with disabilities and/or seniors
- Awareness of diabetic skin care needs
- Detail oriented and observant
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Appropriate communication skills to effectively communicate with member, caregiver and other stakeholders
- Be able to handle emergency situations
- Have certification in CPR/First Aid or ability to be certified
- Valid driver’s license, safe driving record, availability of private vehicle, up-to-date car insurance
- CORI, SORI, DPPC and National Fingerprint Check
- A negative Mantoux TB test or a clear chest x-ray
Adult Companion Benefits
- Employee sign on bonus program (minimum number of hours required)
- Vacation, personal time and sick leave benefits
- 403(b) retirement program
- Mileage reimbursement
- College tuition remission program
- Employee referral program and more!
About Us:
As part of the UCP affiliate network, UCP of Western Massachusetts offers a variety of community programs and services for persons with disabilities and other similar service needs, including Assistive Technology, Early Intervention, Individual and Family Support, and Adult Family Care. UCP has offices in western Massachusetts and is COA accredited. UCP of Western MA is guided by a set of core principles – Respect, Integrity, Communication, and Empathy. Our team is dedicated to providing a “Life Without Limits” for people with differing abilities, and we are seeking a motivated and talented individual who shares our commitment to these principles to join us in our mission.