Companion
Earn $16–$20/hour as a Companion with UMC HomeWorks. Set your own schedule — days, evenings, or nights — helping seniors stay independent and connected across Western New Jersey.
About United Methodist Communities
- Named a Great Place to Work for 9 years running
- HomeWorks Companions provide one-on-one support to clients across Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Atlantic, Cape May, Salem, and Cumberland counties
What You'll Do
- Escort clients to appointments, errands, shopping, and social or faith-based outings
- Plan, prepare, and share meals to encourage connection
- Support light housekeeping to keep a clean, comfortable home
- Engage clients in conversation and activities that fight isolation
- Follow the nursing team's care plan and report any changes or concerns
What You'll Need
Required:
- High school diploma or GED
- 18 years of age or older
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English (for safety reporting to the nursing team)
Preferred:
- Prior caregiving or companion experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Pay & Benefits
- $16–$20/hour, based on shift, level of care, and weekend assignment
- Paid sick time
- Daily overtime opportunities for eligible positions
- Extra pay for holidays and weekends
- Online training scholarship if you want to become a Certified Home Health Aide
- Streamlined orientation and a supportive team from day one
Schedule
- Per diem, with flexible day, evening, and night shifts available
Ready to Apply?
- Apply through Indeed
- It takes a few minutes
- We typically respond within 48 hours
- To apply, please complete the required questionnaire
- We accept applications on a rolling basis
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Accessibility
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.
Compliance
Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties.
Additional note
As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
E-Verify
Participation United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.