Senior Companion Salary in Wood River, IL

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How much does a Senior Companion make in Wood River, IL? The average Senior Companion salary in Wood River, IL is $41,899 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $38,296 and $46,540. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Senior Companion?

A Senior Companion is responsible for providing companionship and assistance to elderly individuals who may be living alone or in need of additional support. This may include engaging in conversation, accompanying them on outings, providing transportation to appointments, and assisting with light household tasks. Senior companions also play a crucial role in monitoring the well-being of their clients and providing emotional support and encouragement. They may also help with medication reminders and other daily living activities to ensure the safety and comfort of the seniors they are caring for. Overall, the role of a Senior Companion is to enhance the quality of life for elderly individuals and provide them with the support and companionship they need to live independently and comfortably.

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Companion Care Assistant

Angelic Health Care - Hemingway , SC

Angelic Health Care is seeking to hire caregivers in and around Nesmith, SC. If interested, please contact our office at 843-667-5100 between 9am-5pm Monday thru Friday. We look forward to hearing ...

JobGet - 1 day ago

Certified Medication Aide Baylor- $2,500 Sign On Bonus

Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living - Overland Park , KS

Location: Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre ... companionship, and belonging Providing assistance with resident activities and programs Working ...

Adzuna - Today

Physical Therapist, PRN/Flex

Eagle's Trace by Erickson Senior Living - Houston , TX

Eagle's Trace by Erickson Senior Living Eagle's Trace is a beautiful 70-acre continuing care ... companionship, and belonging. * Working with the interdisciplinary clinical team to ensure the ...

JobGet - 1 day ago

Home Care RN

Charlestown by Erickson Senior Living - Catonsville , MD

... workers and companions. Compensation: Up to $49.00 per hour with shift differential; rate ... Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and ...

JobGet - 4 days ago

Certified Medication Aide (Med Tech) - PRN/PT

Cogir Senior Living - Roswell , GA

Cogir Senior Living (formerly Cadence Living) is hiring caring, empathetic, and diligent Medication ... companionship. * Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs

LinkedIn - 3 days ago

Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

Seabrook Village by Erickson Senior Living - Tinton Falls , NJ

Seabrook Village by Erickson Senior Living Seabrook is a beautiful 98-acre continuing care ... of comfort, companionship, and belonging * Providing assistance with resident activities and ...

JobGet - 4 days ago

What does a Senior Companion do?

Common responsibilities of a Senior Companion

Monitor and report any changes in the client's physical or mental health to appropriate parties.

September 12, 2023

Offer respite care for family caregivers by providing temporary relief and support.

September 22, 2023

Provide transportation to medical appointments, social outings, and other activities.

October 18, 2023

Offer emotional support and a listening ear to help alleviate feelings of loneliness and isolation.

October 19, 2023

Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and running errands.

October 22, 2023

Help with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.

October 28, 2023

Offer assistance with medication reminders and monitoring.

November 05, 2023

Provide assistance with organizing and managing personal affairs, such as bill paying and correspondence.

November 06, 2023

Provide companionship and emotional support to elderly individuals.

November 07, 2023

Engage in activities such, as reading, playing games, or going for walks, to promote mental and physical stimulation.

November 15, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Senior Companion in Wood River, IL

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38296

46540

41899

Average Total Cash Compensation

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38731

47307

42451

What is the average salary for Senior Companion in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Companion in Wood River, IL. The base salary for Senior Companion ranges from $38,296 to $46,540 with the average base salary of $41,899. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,731 to $47,307 with the average total cash compensation of $42,451.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$41,899	$38,296 - $46,540
Bonus	$552	$436 - $767
Total Pay	$42,451	$38,731 - $47,307

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Senior Companion Salary Near Wood River, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL
CITY, STATE Florissant, MO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,610 - $46,921	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL
CITY, STATE Saint Louis, MO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,673 - $46,998	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL
CITY, STATE Chesterfield, MO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,443 - $46,718	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL
CITY, STATE Saint Peters, MO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,380 - $46,642	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL
CITY, STATE Saint Charles, MO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,463 - $46,743	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL
CITY, STATE O Fallon, MO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,359 - $46,616	COMPARE TO Wood River, IL

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About Wood River, Illinois

Wood River is a city in Madison County, Illinois, United States. The population was 10,424 according to the 2013 census estimate. Wood River is located at 38°51′47″N 90°5′19″W / 38.86306°N 90.08861°W / 38.86306; -90.08861 (38.863047, -90.088527). According to the 2010 census, Wood River has a total area of 7.154 square miles (18.53 km2), of which 6.98 square miles (18.08 km2) (or 97.57%) is land and 0.174 square miles (0.45 km2) (or 2.43%) is water. Wood River is located on the Mississippi River approximately 15 miles (24 km) upstream of downtown St. Louis, Missouri, among several contiguou...

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