Job Title:
Homemaker
Job Location:
Litchfield
Job Description:
Part-Time
Position Summary:
The Homemaker works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee and performs tasks that contribute to client’s comfort and safety in the home.
Reports to:
Clinical Supervisor/Case Manager
Qualifications:
-Be eighteen (18) years of age.
-Demonstrate ability to read, write, and follow written Plan of Care and document tasks performed.
-Be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.
-Demonstrate dependability, tact, patience, and the ability to follow instructions.
-Possess good interpersonal communication skills.
-Have experience in cooking, cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability:
-Functions within the limitations of the individual assignment.
-Attends to the client’s request promptly.
-Provides companionship, socialization, and housekeeping services.
-Assists with meal planning, purchase of food, and food preparation.
-Assists client to live in clean, safe environment:
-Cleans bathrooms and kitchen, including stove and refrigerator.
-Personal errands, per client and agency request.
-Laundry.
-Vacuuming and dusting.
-Scrubbing floors.
-Changing bed linens.
-Knows and follows infection control policies including proper handwashing techniques.
-Maintains appropriate communication with the Nursing Supervisor (written and verbal) and with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
-Documents cares given and pertinent observations accurately as directed by the Care Plan/Nursing Supervisor.
-Treats clients and families with respect. Maintains confidentiality.
-Accepts and fulfills assignments with the agency. Exercises judgment in accepting assignments.
-Attends required inservice programs per agency policy.
PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: See ADA Requirements
Other information:
Competitive salary
401 (k) retirement plan
For more information on this great opportunity, contact our Litchfield office: 320.693.2580