Companion in Geneva, Switzerland



A private client is looking for two experienced, sensible and respectful companions who would take complete care of a 74-year old Lady.

There are two more Companions working with the Lady. The lady suffered a stroke but she is in a good condition now, however she may need some assistance with walking, dressing, washing, etc.  The Lady travels a lot, she spends 5 months in Divonne-les-Bains, France (near Geneva), 4-5 months in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and 3 months travelling to the US, south of France, etc.
 
The companions have to perform all the duties related to the lady’s comfort and well-being, including helping her with washing, toilet, and dressing, doing housekeeping, laundry and ironing for her, accompanying the lady to appointments, administering medicine (no injections required - there is also a nurse).
 
Requirements

  • Proven experience
  • Fluent English
  • First Aid certificate
  • Knowledgeable about medicine
  • Nurse training will be a plus
  • Driving licence will be a plus
  • Willingness to travel
  • Disciplined and respectful
  • Valid EU passport
 
Duties and responsibilities

  • Travelling with the Lady
  • Providing help with housekeeping
  • Making company to the Lady
  • Reassuring the Lady and making her feel safe
  • Being near the Lady during day and night time
  • Being able to provide quick assistance at night time if necessary
  • Cleaning the room and bathroom
  • Arrangement of walks and leisure activities for the Lady
  • Motivating and coaching the Lady to do intellectual and do physical activities
  • Encouraging the Lady to do grooming independently and / or with assistance
  • Providing daily care (hygiene)
  • Helping the Lady with getting dressed
  • Working in a team with other personnel
  • Constant assistance with household issues
 
 
Schedule

To be discussed, rotation 

More information

The position is live-in. A separate room with a shared bathroom will be provided (shared with another caregiver). A hotel room will be provided while travelling.
 
Salary

High salary, negotiable depending on the candidate’s profile

​​Position filled