Companion Needed for Elderly Male with Lewy Body

2 weeks ago


Bronx, United States Renewal Memory Partners Full time

**RENEWAL MEMORY PARTNERS**: Experience and passion for helping others are key to our Care Partners' success.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Companion for a male client diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia. This role involves providing companionship and support to the client in his daily activities, ensuring his comfort and well-being.

**Schedule**: Two 4-hour visits on Tue/Thurs/Fri, likely midday/afternoon

**Location**: Purchase, NY (MetroNorth, accessible)

**Responsibilities**:
Provide companionship and engagement

Accommodate client's interests and preferences

Support in daily activities

Assist with communication, particularly when struggling to find words due to LBD

**Requirements**:
Experience with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is essential

Patience and understanding when communicating with individuals with LBD

Ability to adapt to client's pace and preferences

**Open to**:
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in client's life. If you have the necessary experience and compassion to work with individuals with Lewy Body Dementia, we encourage you to apply.

Note: Communication must focus on 'taking turns', allowing client to set the pace and lead the conversation.
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Come join our growing community of Care Partners who share this common purpose At Renewal Memory Partners, we are dedicated to providing holistic, person-centered care to people living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Our organization is also committed to providing affirming care to the LGBTQ community.

For all Care Partners of Renewal Memory Partners, we are proud to offer:

- **Community**: We understand that caring for older adults can be isolating at times, and we strive to build community among Care Partners through ongoing support groups, dynamic trainings, and virtual meet-ups.
- **Professional Development**: Through the Renewal Memory Institute, you will have access to best-in-class trainings offered by a multidisciplinary team of experts. You may also have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research studies through our partnerships with university and hospital-based teams.
- **Competitive Compensation**:At Renewal Memory Partners, we strive to offer top starting pay, plus a wide range of benefits.
- **A Person-Centered Approach that Honors You**: We celebrate both our clients and our Care Partners as diverse individuals, and actively learn about their hobbies, backgrounds, and interests. We thoughtfully match clients and Care Partners who can build genuine, authentic connections.

**Responsibilities**:

- Providing companionship to older adults and people with chronic health conditions in their homes (e.g., discussing current events, creating artwork, reviewing photo albums).
- Providing compassionate, patient hands-on personal care support for ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and transfers.
- Planning activities outside the home and accompanying clients to keep them engaged with the world (e.g., trips to museums, concerts, plays, or the park).
- Escorting clients to doctors’ appointments.
- Running errands for clients (e.g., grocery shopping, sundries).
- Reminding clients to take their medications.
- Doing light exercise with clients (e.g., helping with stretching routine).
- Assisting clients in preparing meals.
- Performing light housekeeping, such as dusting, tidying, and laundry.

**Qualifications**:

- A valid HHA certificate in New York State
- A passion for caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Prior experience working with this population is valued, but not required.
- Deep empathy and patience.
- Flexibility, reliability, and responsiveness.
- Creativity and a positive, open-hearted approach.
- Strong composure under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust-based relationships with clients and their families.

**Benefits**:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- $300 Referral Bonus for Care Partners and Clients
- Daily Pay - We understand your need
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Trainings
- Care Partner of the Month Awards - We celebrate you
- 401(k) for Senior Care Partners
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 24/7 Client Services Support
- 24/7 RN Support

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $18.50 - $25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Alzheimer's care: 2 years (required)
- Dementia care: 2 years (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Bronx, NY: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person


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