Homemaker

Position Overview:

The Homemaker works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designee and performs tasks that contribute to client's comfort and safety in the home.

Qualifications:

1. Be eighteen (18) years of age.

2. CPR Certification.

3. Current driver’s license, good driving record, and personal transportation.

4. Demonstrate ability to read, write, and follow written Plan of Care and document tasks performed.

5. Be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.

6. Demonstrate dependability, tact, patience, and the ability to follow instructions.

7. Possess good interpersonal communication skills.

8. Have experience in cooking, cleaning, laundry, and shopping.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Functions within the limitations of the individual assignment.

2. Attends to the client's request promptly.

3. Provides companionship, socialization, and housekeeping services.

4. Assists with meal planning, purchase of food, and food preparation.

5. Assists client to live in clean, safe environment:

• a. Cleans bathrooms and kitchen, including stove and refrigerator.
• b. Personal errands, per client and agency request.
• c. Laundry.
• d. Vacuuming and dusting.
• e. Scrubbing floors.
• f. Changing bed linens.

6. Knows and follows infection control policies including proper hand washing techniques.

7. Maintains appropriate communication with the Clinical Supervisor (written and verbal) and with all members of the interdisciplinary team.

8. Documents care given and pertinent observations accurately as directed by the Care Plan/Clinical Supervisor.

9. Treats clients and families with respect. Maintains confidentiality.

10. Accepts and fulfills assignments with the agency. Exercises judgment in accepting assignments.

11. Attends required in-service programs per agency policy.

12. Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

Other Skills/Abilities:

Computer Skills:

1. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

2. Communications Skills

3. Interpersonal Skills

** Position is eligible for Guam residents only. **

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person