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Companion Caregiver

Part-time

HCAOA (Home Care Association of America)

Sarasota, FLPart-time$18–21/hrPosted 1mo agoChecked 2w ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$18–21/hr
Location
Sarasota, FL
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPR/First Aid CertificationValid Driver's License

Job overview

HCAOA (Home Care Association of America) is hiring a Companion Caregiver. ComForCare Home Health Care - Sarasota is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Companion Caregiver to provide meaningful one-on-one support to seniors and individuals in the Sarasota, FL area. This role involves assisting clients with daily living activities, accompanying them to appointments, and engaging them in hobbies to help them live their best lives at home. The ideal candidate will have a heart for helping others and a genuine desire to make a difference.

Key focus areas include Provide companionship and emotional support to clients in their homes, Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and errands, and Accompany clients to appointments, social outings, and community activities.

Successful candidates bring Pass Background Check And Drug Screening. Important skills include Compassion, Patience, Strong Communication, and Interpersonal Skills. Preferred (not required): Companionship, Emotional Support, Meal Preparation, and Light Housekeeping.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CompassionPatienceStrong CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCompanionshipEmotional SupportMeal PreparationLight HousekeepingErrandsMonitor Client HealthReport ChangesEngage Clients in ConversationEngage Clients in HobbiesEngage Clients in Recreational ActivitiesRespite Care SupportMaintain Safe EnvironmentMaintain Clean EnvironmentMaintain Comfortable Environment

Qualifications

Reliable TransportationValid Driver's LicensePass Background CheckPass Drug ScreeningPrevious Caregiving ExperiencePrevious Home Health ExperiencePrevious Companion Care ExperienceCPR/First Aid CertificationFlexible Availability

Full job description

Benefits:

  • Bonus based on performance

  • Competitive salary

  • Flexible schedule

About the Role: ComForCare Home Health Care - Sarasota is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Companion Caregiver to make a real difference in the lives of seniors and individuals in the Sarasota, FL area. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide meaningful one-on-one support that helps clients live their best lives at home. If you have a heart for helping others, we'd love to have you on our team! Responsibilities:

  • Provide companionship and emotional support to clients in their homes

  • Assist with daily living activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and errands

  • Accompany clients to appointments, social outings, and community activities

  • Monitor and report changes in client health, behavior, or well-being to supervisors

  • Engage clients in meaningful conversation, hobbies, and recreational activities

  • Provide respite care support for family caregivers

  • Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for clients Requirements:

  • Previous caregiving, home health, or companion care experience preferred

  • Genuine compassion and patience when working with elderly or disabled individuals

  • Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

  • CPR/First Aid certification is a plus

  • Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed About Us: ComForCare Home Health Care - Sarasota is a trusted provider of in-home care services dedicated to helping clients live independently and comfortably in the place they love most — home. Our clients choose us for our personalized, compassionate approach to care, and our caregivers choose us because we treat our team like family. Join a company that truly values the work you do and supports you every step of the way.

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