About Family Friend Inc.
Family Friend Inc. is a locally owned senior focused and heart-centered company directed at helping the elderly in all areas (big and small). We pride ourselves in being empathetic and extending compassion in all areas of support. We believe that each of our clients deserve the highest level of care, and we are committed to providing just that. From appointments and outings, to memory care and more, Family Friend is there to support it all. Family Friend aligns with these core values in our daily connections: Integrity, Kindness, Companionship, Communication and Accountability.
We support seniors located in St. Albert, Stony Plain, Spruce Grove and Edmonton areas and currently have 16 wonderful Client Care Companions on our team. We are seeking the right person to expand our team so we can support more seniors and their needs.
Job Summary:
Family Friend Senior Companionship & Support Services is seeking a compassionate and attentive Health Care Aide/ Senior Care Companion to provide quality care and support to seniors in need.
Family Friend is offering a permanent, part-time positions based out of St. Albert, Edmonton, Spruce Grove and Stony Plain, AB. The ideal candidate will have a background in health care (Nursing or HCA), assist with daily activities, transportation and accompaniment to appointments, memory care as needed, and ensure the well-being of each assigned client.
Responsibilities:
- Provide regular companionship and emotional support to clients (playing cards/ board game etc.)
- Assist with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, shaving and dressing
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding if necessary
- Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Transport and accompany clients to appointments or outings as needed
- Provide post-visit reports to the client's family
- Clock in and out of each Client Appointment using the Connecteam App
- Track Mileage during client outings
- Maintain regular communication with supervisor, and client families
- Work independently and adhere to the provided care schedule
Experience:
- Previous experience in patient care, caregiving, or related field required (Health Care Aide)
- Familiarity with nursing home, assisted living, or home care settings
- Ability to perform heavy lifting as required
- Proficient with safe food handling practices for meal preparation
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate demeanor
- Experience with memory care and support is an strong asset
Required Skills:
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Must be fluent in English (written and verbal)
- Must be proficient with the use of phone based apps, email use, phone calls, text messages etc.
- Must be comfortable with transporting clients to and from appointments
- Must be able to take direction and operate independently
- Must exercise flexibility with changing schedules or ad-hoc requests from client families
- **Must have a reliable vehicle for transportation of clients. All staff are required to hold 2Million Liability on their insurance**
Pre-Employment Expectations once selected:
- Current Criminal Record Check (with Vulnerable Sector Check)
- Clean Drivers Abstract (dated within 30 days of submission)
- First Aid Certification
- Health Care Aide Certification
This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our local seniors (and their families) in need of assistance, while representing Family Friend and the values we prioritize. If you are passionate and dedicated to providing enrichment through quality care and support, we welcome you to apply for the role of Personal Support Companion.
*If selected, employees are required to obtain their own 2million liability insurance for transporting clients*
To learn more, please visit our website at www.famfriendcompanion.com
To apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to Danielle at [email protected].
Please note: Only the successful applicants will be contacted for next steps.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Are you located in St. Albert, Edmonton, Spruce Grove or Stony Plain?
- Do you have experience with Memory Care?
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
