Caregiver Part-time
SYNERGY HomeCare

Companionship Caregiver in Wilson NC

$14 - $20 / hour

SYNERGY HomeCare, Goldsboro/Wilson/Jacksonville

Companionship Caregiver

Purpose

The Companion Caregiver provides non-medical support and companionship to clients who wish to remain safe, independent, and engaged while living in the comfort of their own home. The primary focus of this role is enhancing quality of life through meaningful interaction, supervision, and assistance with everyday household activities.

Companion Care Services

Companion Caregivers may provide the following services:

Companionship

  • Engage clients in friendly conversation and meaningful social interaction.

  • Provide emotional support and encouragement.

  • Participate in hobbies, games, crafts, reading, puzzles, or other enjoyable activities.

  • Accompany clients on walks and recreational outings.

  • Encourage participation in social, community, and faith-based activities.

Meal Preparation

  • Plan and prepare light meals and snacks.

  • Encourage proper nutrition and hydration.

  • Assist with meal setup and cleanup.

Light Housekeeping

  • Wash dishes and clean the kitchen after meal preparation.

  • Dust, vacuum, sweep, and mop living areas.

  • Change bed linens.

  • Wash, dry, fold, and put away laundry.

  • Organize and maintain a clean, safe living environment.

  • Take out household trash.

Transportation & Errands

When approved by the agency:

  • Drive clients to medical appointments.

  • Provide transportation to shopping, church, social events, and personal appointments.

  • Grocery shop and complete household errands.

  • Pick up prescriptions and other essential items (excluding controlled substances unless specifically authorized).

Safety & Wellness

  • Provide medication reminders only (no medication administration).

  • Observe and report changes in the client's physical, emotional, or environmental condition.

  • Help reduce fall risks by maintaining a safe environment.

  • Encourage independence while providing appropriate supervision.

Documentation

  • Accurately document services provided.

  • Report concerns, incidents, or changes in condition to the office promptly.

  • Follow all SYNERGY HomeCare policies, HIPAA regulations, infection prevention

    practices, and safety standards.

Companion Care Limitations

Companion Caregivers do not provide hands-on personal care or skilled nursing services. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Bathing or showering assistance

  • Dressing assistance

  • Toileting or incontinence care

  • Transferring or lifting clients

  • Medication administration

  • Wound care

  • Catheter care

  • Vital signs

  • Skilled nursing procedures

  • Any task requiring a licensed healthcare professional

Clients requiring these services should be assigned to a Personal Care Attendant (PCA), Specialized Caregiver, or Licensed Nurse, as appropriate.

Reliable transportation is required.


SYNERGY HomeCare Benefits

  • Competitive pay starting at $14/hr

  • Direct deposit weekly

  • Paid training

  • Time-and-a-half pay for overtime and holidays

  • Flexible schedules and matching caregivers with nearby clients

  • Employee recognition and retention programs

  • Bonus opportunities available

Our Commitment

At SYNERGY HomeCare, our Companion Caregivers are dedicated to bringing comfort, connection, and peace of mind to every client and family we serve. Through compassionate companionship and dependable support, we help our clients maintain their independence while enhancing their overall quality of life.


We are seeking caregivers to join our independently owned and operated national agency. We would love to have you on our team, apply with SYNERGY HomeCare today!

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