Non-Theatrical Paid Companions for NYC Seniors: Rewarding Job Opportunities for Artists Duet

2 weeks ago


New York, United States Playbill, Inc. Full time

Companions for NYC Seniors: Rewarding Job Opportunities for Artists Calling all compassionate and reliable caregivers to support NYC seniors. Can you be a source of stability and connection for someone in this dynamic city? Have you supported someone who relied on you for an extended period of time? You may be a strong fit for our companion roster at Duet. A companion position ranges in hours, but depends largely on a set and recurring schedule. In addition to experienced healthcare workers, we hire people with personal experience with elder care, memory care, or caregiving. These can be artists, performers, nursing and graduate students, educators, caseworkers, and individuals from other professional backgrounds who desire a rewarding "encore" or second career. This is a great role for people currently working in a freelance or part‑time capacity and looking for a consistent schedule in a meaningful role. Duet is a companion care agency serving older adults in the five boroughs. Our mission is to connect our Elder clients with outstanding companions who can improve their quality of life through social engagement, meaningful activities, and help with daily tasks that get more difficult with age. Our unique emphasis on matchmaking has fostered connections that last for years. This job does not require "hands‑on" care such as dressing or bathing assistance. Typical Activities and Responsibilities Providing companionship to older adults and individuals with chronic conditions; this may include discussing current events or shared interests, or taking trips to cultural or entertainment venues Assisting with non‑physical tasks such as meal preparation, grocery shopping, and light housework like folding laundry or throwing away leftover food items. Safety supervision, standby assistance with ambulation or certain other tasks, medication reminders, adherence to care plans. For clients with dementia, you’ll need to communicate effectively, provide mental stimulation, and/or safety supervision as necessary. We advocate for our caregivers, as well as our clients. We offer training and ongoing support from a qualified team specializing in elder and memory care. Please contact us if you have a passion for supporting others and reverence for the older generations. To apply please prepare: A cover letter telling us about your connection to caregiving, any relevant (or transferable) experiences, and your interest in working with seniors specifically. Be sure to mention where you saw the post. Your professional resume A Complete CV (curriculum vitae) if available SALARY $18.00 – $20.00 per hour APPLY BY EMAIL 5e0efc64-7794-4688-b295-d9221403e6fa… NOTE: Do not copy/paste the above email address as it is encoded with SPAM protection. Just click it to initiate an email from your preferred email client. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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