Description:
POSITION: Home Maker FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Home Maker Coordinator SUPERVISES: N/A
APPROVED BY: Executive Director
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for helping older adults maintain a safe and clean environment by performing various housekeeping task for clients in their home.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Light Housekeeping
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Maintain cleanliness of essential parts of the home including: dusting, mopping, vacuuming, monitoring client cleaning supplies, etc.
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Cleaning and maintaining a sanitary environment including: bed making, changing linens, cleaning countertops, ensuring refrigerator is sanitary, handling trash, laundry, dishwashing, etc.
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Provides errand services including obtaining medicines and/or groceries
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Reports to Homemaker Lead
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Presentable dress and attire, scrubs are recommended
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Submittal of homemaker documentation with data collected from client and employee, all documentation will be submitted to Lead for recording and filing purposes
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Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Ability to frequently lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 35 pounds and to occasionally lift and carry with others equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to frequently stand, bend, stoop, and reach above shoulder level and to occasionally squat, crouch, kneel and balance.
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Ability to frequently move in and out of a vehicle
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Ability to maintain safety at all times while driving and at client homes
WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Work in indoor and outdoor climates
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Able to safely operate a vehicle in diverse weather and road conditions
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
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High School diploma or GED preferred
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Current driver’s license, current motor vehicle insurance and safe driving record
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Ability to read and understand street maps, GPS and familiarity with St Tammany Parish
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Ability to display tact, compassion, and understanding in dealing with people, especially with older adults
