Job Address:
230 Welcome Way Blvd West Bldg 4 Suite A15 Indianapolis, IN 46214
Dignity Care Home Care of Indiana is currently recruiting Homemakers to support our clients and enable them to live safely in their homes.
PURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT
The Homemaker is a non-licensed individual who will be responsible for levels of client support that do not include direct, hands-on care. The Homemaker's support will keep clients safe and comfortable in their own homes.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assist with creating shopping lists
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May drive the client to the store or go to the store for the client
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Organize groceries
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Prepare meals according to the client’s restrictions and likes
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Assist clients with their errands
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Organize clothing
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Sort mail
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Water plants
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Housekeeping including: vacuuming, dusting, cleaning bathrooms, cleaning the refrigerator, taking out the trash
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Provide emotional support
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Conduct visits to clients as necessary and as scheduled per clients need
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Inform supervisors and/or emergency medical staff about changes in client’s health
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Provide verbal report on any changes in the client’s environment
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Attend mandatory in-services as required
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Report to immediate supervisor any and all complaints or allegations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation as soon as the complaint or allegation is made known
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Follow all Dignity Care Home Care policies and procedures
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Any other tasks/duties assigned by the Supervisor within the employee’s abilities
QUALIFICATIONS
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Able to do housework and cooking
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Excellent communication and people skills
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Positive and compassionate attitude
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Well-organized and reliable
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Physical Stamina: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with no restrictions
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CPR certified
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Valid Driver’s license or proof of other mode of transportation
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Demonstrated ability to provide Housekeeping and meal preparation
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Demonstrated good communications and public relations skills
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Demonstrated good verbal/written communication skills, knowledge of documentation requirements and service coordination
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Demonstrated ability to execute a supportive and sensitive approach to patient/family needs.
