HOMEMAKER

SUMMARY

The Homemaker is a paraprofessional member of the In-Home Services team who works under the supervision of the RN Clinical Supervisor & Administrator.  The Homemaker is responsible for performing various household services as necessary to meet the client’s needs.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Responsible to the RN Clinical Supervisor & Administrator and has a support responsibility to other departments as necessary.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain the home in an optimum state of cleanliness and safety depending on the client’s and the caregiver’s resources.

• Perform general homemaking functions including general cleaning preparation of meals, laundry, shopping.

• Report to the appropriate Case Manager any incidents or problems related to his/her work or to the caregiver.

• Report to the appropriate Case Manager any incidents or changes in the client’s behavior.  

• Maintain all required paperwork, including service sheets, with clarity; and accuracy and submit them on a timely basis.

• Attend all required meetings, seminars and workshops that may enhance job performance.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to build rapport with clients.

• Compassionate and caring demeanor.

• Ability to demonstrate warmth and empathy when working with clients.

• Ability to remain calm and composed when dealing with stressed or upset clients.

• Ability to work effectively and patiently with clients.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written.

• Ability to utilize general office equipment and other necessary equipment, including Microsoft Word and Excel programs.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent required; and one year of related experience. Must have a valid Florida driver’s license, have reliable means of transportation and have adequate vehicle insurance as prescribed by Florida law.

Current CPR training is required. Level II fingerprint background, drug screen and TB screening are also required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Frequent need to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, talk and hear.

• Required to travel to clients’ homes and other sites.