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:

Light Housekeeping
Maintain cleanliness of essential parts of the home including: dusting, mopping, vacuuming, monitoring client cleaning supplies, etc.
Cleaning and maintaining a sanitary environment including: bed making, changing linens, cleaning countertops, ensuring refrigerator is sanitary, handling trash, laundry, dishwashing, etc.
Provides errand services including obtaining medicines and/or groceries
Reports to Homemaker Lead
Presentable dress and attire, scrubs are recommended
Submittal of homemaker documentation with data collected from client and employee, all documentation will be submitted to Lead for recording and filing purposes
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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.
Ability to frequently stand, bend, stoop, and reach above shoulder level and to occasionally squat, crouch, kneel and balance.
Ability to frequently move in and out of a vehicle
Ability to maintain safety at all times while driving and at client homes

WORKING CONDITIONS:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED preferred
Current driver’s license, current motor vehicle insurance and safe driving record
Ability to read and understand street maps, GPS and familiarity with St Tammany Parish
Ability to display tact, compassion, and understanding in dealing with people, especially with older adults

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HOMEMAKER