Join Our Team as a Respite Companion!
Are you passionate about the senior population and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 79,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a part time Respite Companion to join the Respite Companion program.
Salary: $16/ hour
Schedule: up to 6 hours per week
Location: Garden City, NY
Reports to: Program Coordinator
What drives the core purpose of this job:
To provide "time off" for the caregiver of a home-bound elderly person.
What are the key responsibilities:
- Participate in orientation and in-service workshops.
- Provide supervision and companionship on an individual basis to elderly persons.
- Assist care recipient with everyday routines such as eating, walking and light exercise.
- Submit records and time sheets on a timely basis.
- Report any problems which affect service to the Sr. Director or Program Coordinator.
What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role:
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to relate appropriately with elderly individuals.
What We Offer:
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At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered. We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna. Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.
