HOUSEKEEPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEFINITION:

The Housekeeper is a person who possesses the ability to provide cleaning services and effective communication to patients in the home setting to maintain the home. The Housekeeper does not render any hands-on personal care to the patient.

LINE OF AUTHORITY:

Reports directly to the RN Case Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Completion of at least the ninth-grade level of secondary education preferred.

● Documentation on file of having received, training in topics related housekeeping, use of equipment and supplies, planning and organizing of household tasks and principles of cleanliness and safety.

● Minimum of 18 years of age.

● Demonstrates maturity and a sincere interest in the patient.

● Demonstrates good personal grooming and healthy habits.

● Must have reliable transportation.

● Demonstrates mental acuity to write, read and adequately communicate with patients.

DUTIES:

Renders Housekeeping services to patients in the home setting:

● Maintaining the home in an optimum state of cleanliness and safety depends upon the patient’s and caregiver’s resources.

● Performs the functions of housekeeping tasks, including.

o Cleaning bathrooms/showers

o Clean kitchen/dishes

o Floor care- sweep, vacuum, and mopping

o Take out trash/garbage.

o Clean out refrigerator.

● Reports any unusual incidents or changes in the patient's behavior to the registered nurse.

● Maintains confidentiality of patient and agency matters.

● Submits required documentation in a timely manner.

● Attains quarterly goals established by the DON at quarterly evaluation.

● Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL LIMITATIONS STATEMENT

“You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your ability to do the job. However, you should disclose any physical or mental impairment for which special arrangements or accommodations are needed to enable you to perform the essential functions of the job. Your description of any impairment and suggestions for reasonable accommodation will be considered in providing reasonable accommodation. The duties and responsibilities herein describe the general nature and level of work required. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required to meet requirements for this position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.27 - $20.80 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Cleaning: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Delray Beach, FL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Delray Beach, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person