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Resident Companion

Part-time

RiverMead

Peterborough, NHPart-timePosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Peterborough, NH
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPR Certification

Job overview

RiverMead is hiring a Resident Companion. RiverMead Health Center is seeking a dependable and compassionate Per Diem Resident Companion. This role involves accompanying residents to off-site medical appointments, providing supportive assistance, and ensuring their comfort and safety during outings. The ideal candidate will be attentive, organized, and committed to respectful care.

Key focus areas include Provide companionship to residents during off-site appointments as assigned, Escort residents using the RiverMead van or other arranged transportation, and Assist residents with outer garments and provide general non-medical support.

Successful candidates bring CPR Certification, Calm Under Pressure, and Reliability and Punctuality. Important skills include Remain Calm And Composed, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Reliable, Punctual, and Detail-Oriented. Preferred (not required): Attentive, Organized, Respectful Assistance, and Supportive Assistance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Remain Calm and ComposedInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsReliablePunctualDetail-OrientedFollow InstructionsMaintain ConfidentialityAttentiveOrganizedRespectful AssistanceSupportive AssistanceEnsure Resident ComfortEnsure Resident SafetyCommunicate Pertinent Information

Qualifications

CPR Certification

Full job description

RiverMead Health Center is seeking a dependable and compassionate Per Diem Resident Companion to accompany residents to off-site medical appointments. This role is ideal for individuals who are attentive, organized, and committed to providing respectful, supportive assistance while ensuring residents' comfort and safety during outings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide companionship to RiverMead Health Center residents during off-site appointments as assigned by the Health Center Administrator or designee

  • Escort residents using the RiverMead van or other transportation arranged by RiverMead, the resident, or the resident's family

  • Assist residents with outer garments (e.g., coats, hats) and provide general non-medical support as needed

  • Assume responsibility for the receipt, transport, and delivery of required forms and records

  • Adhere to established wheelchair safety and/or non-lift protocols and training

  • Communicate and relay all pertinent information from appointments to the Health Center nursing staff in a timely manner

Qualifications

  • CPR certification required

  • Ability to remain calm and composed in dynamic or unexpected situations

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented

  • Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality

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