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Job overview
Home Care Evolution is hiring a Companion Aide. Dharma Home Care seeks compassionate, dependable Per Diem Companions to engage older adults in their homes, providing social interaction, support, and assistance with daily activities on an as‑needed basis, with flexible scheduling and the opportunity for additional hours as the client base expands.
Key focus areas include Provide companionship and meaningful conversation, Support individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia during walks, appointments, and outings, and Assist with meal preparation.
Preferred (not required): Reliable Transportation, Strong Communication, Interpersonal Skills, and Ability To Work Independently.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
Benefits:
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Competitive salary
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Flexible schedule
Starting Pay $17.50/hr • Instant Pay Available • Flexible Schedules
Make a Meaningful Difference in Someone's Day
Dharma Home Care is seeking compassionate, dependable, and engaging Per Diem Companions to help older adults remain engaged, connected, and independent in their own homes. This flexible role is ideal for individuals who are looking to make a meaningful difference while working on an as-needed basis. As our client base grows, opportunities for additional hours may become available.
This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy building relationships, sharing conversation, and helping older adults remain active, connected, and independent in their daily lives.
We are especially interested in candidates who are bilingual or multilingual and can help us match clients with companions who share their language, culture, interests, and life experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
Companions play an important role in enhancing quality of life by providing social engagement and day-to-day support. Responsibilities may include:
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Providing companionship and meaningful conversation
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Providing supportive supervision and companionship to individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia during walks, appointments, errands, and community outings
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Assisting with meal preparation
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Playing games, listening to music, reading, and engaging in hobbies
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Providing reminders, encouragement, and emotional support
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Supporting individuals living with memory loss through meaningful engagement and routine
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Assisting with shopping, errands, and transportation (when applicable)
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Performing light housekeeping related to the client's care and comfort
Who Makes a Great Companion?
We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds, including:
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Retired teachers
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Retired healthcare professionals
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College and nursing students
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Former family caregivers
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Social workers
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Activity coordinators
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Community volunteers
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Individuals with experience supporting older adults
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Anyone who enjoys connecting with and helping others
Preferred Qualifications
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Reliable transportation
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Experience with older adults or individuals living with dementia
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Ability to work independently and build trusting relationships
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Bilingual or multilingual abilities
Languages Encouraged to Apply
We are actively seeking candidates who speak:
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Hindi
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Punjabi
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Korean
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Mandarin
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Cantonese
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Russian
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Spanish
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Other languages spoken within our local communities
Compensation & Benefits
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Starting pay: $17.50 per hour
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Per diem / as-needed scheduling
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Flexible shifts based on your availability
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Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding home care agency
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Meaningful, rewarding work
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Supportive and collaborative team environment
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