Companion at The Forest at Duke

Location: Durham, North Carolina
Type: Full-time
Posted: Mar 17, 2026

Description

The Forest at Duke is seeking a Companion/Sitter to provide home-based care services for residents in independent living households. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, supervising nursing functions, ensuring proper documentation, and completing continuing education. The ideal candidate will be at least 18 years old, possess a valid NC driver's license, have a high school diploma or GED, and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Skills

Driver's License
English Fluency
Positive Attitude
Professionalism
Scheduling Software Skills

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Previous experience or completion of appropriate training program.
Preferred Qualifications: Must have positive and trustworthy attitude towards clients and team members.
Must maintain professional dress and professional manner with all clients, families, visitors, and staff.
Ability to learn scheduling software systems.
Must be willing to work around animals.
Must be willing to engage clients in activities.
Must be able to remain calm under stress, and to problem-solve or report problem identification to RN Home Care Service Supervisor.
Must be available and willing to work holidays and weekends as needed.