Companion job description

The Broadmead Continuing Care Community is proud to announce the opening of its new Health Wellness Center. This facility, which features a variety of health and wellness offerings, is located in Baltimore County. It is designed to provide the best possible care for the 500+ residents and the hundreds of employees of the community.

Work out before or after your shift (showers available on site).

Join a team that supports the neighborhood model of service – 6 neighborhoods to choose from – Rehabilitation, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Long Term Care and Memory Support.

Bi-annual resident gift checks paid to non-exempt staff

Scholarship opportunities

Annual bonus to all employees based on team performance

Free parking and free shuttle service to light rail/Discount on Monthly Bus Passes

Nursing Training Program

Career Ladders – come grow with us!

2020, Broadmead was recognized as a CHRA Excellence in Diversity Award Winner for exemplifying an attitude and environment of acceptance and inclusion.

Monthly incentives to help you live a healthy lifestyle – contests, prizes and education await you

HOPE – Healing and Overcoming Peace and Equity workshops

Why be an employee anywhere else but Broadmead – where we value YOU and want to support your SUCCESS!

1. Be present in the patient’s/client’s home at specified hours to participate in requested support as well as observed needs, including, but not limited to.

2. Playing games

3. Reading

4. Talking and listening

5. Gardening

6. Companionship and friendship

7. Medication reminders

8. Meal preparation

9. Light gardening

10. Light housekeeping

11. Provide emotional support, friendship and encouragement.

12. Drive/escort clients to medical appointments, errands, shopping, church, airport or train station and outings as specified in the support plan.

13. Meal preparation (shopping, preparing, cooking, serving, clean-up).

14. Light House cleaning (changing bed linen, vacuum, clean shower, tub, toilet, sinks, counter tops, refrigerators, straighten, dust and other similar tasks).

15. Laundry (washing, drying, folding, ironing, hanging).

16. Assist with paperwork and organize mail.

17. Pet care (walk, clean-up after coordinate vet and groomer visits).

18. Ensure client’s safety and security in the home or on outings.

19. Follow the written plan of support.

20. Report changes in the patient’s physical and/or cognitive status, and/or changes in the client’s environment to the Delegating Nurse or their designee.

21. Complete flow sheets and time sheets during each service visit, and submit flow sheets and time sheets to the office in accordance with the organization policies and procedures.

22. Participate in team meetings by providing input and making suggestions.

23. Will work under the supervision of the Delegating Nurse or their designee.

24. Will work with the scheduler to ensure coverage of Clients as needed.

25. Direct supervisor is the Clinical Director of Home Care or designee.

26. Will independently develop a schedule of hours needed to meet the client’s needs on a routine or as needed basis.

27. Will schedule hours with the client and maintain records in accordance with all state, federal and billing agencies.

28. Will update the Staffing Coordinator or designee of hours worked with the client weekly and any changes as they occur in the clients’ schedule.

29. Will use the Clear Care app for clocking in and out of all client shifts and maintain time sheets to reflect hours worked with client(s).

30. Will update the Clinical Director of Home Care or designee of all changes in condition with the client.

31. Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all client information and assure client’s rights and privacy is protected at all times.

32. Must have the ability to accurately plan work routine and complete assigned duties.

33. Must be able to work in an environment that includes pets and pet care.

34. Attend Broadmead orientation, as required.

35. Complete Relias in-service training, as required.

36. Attend staff meetings.

37. Help train colleagues.

38. Must maintain a professional, neat, clean appearance and follow the dress code policy.

39. Must be able to clock in and out at the time clock or use ESS mobile application (supervisor approval required).

Acts Retirement-Life Communities is the nation’s largest not-for-profit owner, operator, and developer of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care. The Acts family proudly consists of 26 communities in 9 states, and over 7,000 employees. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our employees are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our employees.

Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Home Health Companion position.

In this role, you will provide high quality companion/homemaker services in an effective manner showing respect for the resident’s privacy and property.

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ If transporting a resident, must provide proof of automobile liability insurance and valid state driver’s license

To protect the health and safety of our residents, employees, and the communities we serve, Acts has implemented a universal COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) vaccination requirement for all employees.

Full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, dental and vision), health spending account, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) with 4% company match, paid time off (PTO) and holidays, and much more! Some part-time positions may also be eligible to receive certain benefits.

For more information or to apply, visit us at www.acts-jobs.org.

Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

Street: 501 East Campus Ave

The Safety Companion carries out routine and assigned non-nursing tasks and assists the nurse in carrying out patient care activities within the scope of training and experience. The Safety Companion monitors the patient's verbalizations and reports all actions to the nurse. To provide the services of a sitter for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his or her safety.

The person in this position works under general supervision, is responsible for various shifts, may be subject to over 40 hours per week and/or callback as required, and may also be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization is a proud a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network and includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida. "Monitors the safety of the patient while sitting with safety companion patients and Baker Act patients. Assists with maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly patient environment. Assists the patient with activities of daily living as directed by the nurse. Maintains on going communication with the nurse assigned to the patient. Maintains current knowledge/certification. Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters."
+ High School Diploma or General Education Degree

+ BLS Certification within 90days of employment/transfer

+ Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately

+ Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals

+ Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred