Companion

Role overview

Senior Helpers in Edmonton is looking for companions to join its team without delay. This opportunity is focused on supporting older adults and creating a positive, meaningful experience in their daily lives. The role can suit applicants with a background in assisted living, independent living, senior living, nursing homes, home care, or broader healthcare settings, and it is also open to people without formal healthcare experience.

Working with this team means providing care in a home-based setting and building genuine connections with clients. The aim is to help each senior enjoy the best possible quality of life while matching their needs with your strengths and experience.

Key duties

• Support clients with instrumental activities of daily living as assigned.
• Offer friendly companionship and emotional encouragement through conversation and leisure activities.
• Help with routine home tasks, including meal preparation and light tidying.

What they are looking for

• A kind, caring, and compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to help others.
• Openness to learning new skills to better support clients.
• Prior exposure to healthcare, home care, assisted living, independent living, home health, medical assistance, or nursing support is an added advantage.

Benefits

• Flexible work scheduling.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Paid training and ongoing development.
• Room for advancement within the organization.

Equal opportunity statement

The employer maintains an inclusive workplace and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, provincial, or local law.