The Homemaker/Companion performs tasks that contribute to client\'s care, comfort and safety in the home. HOURS OF WORK: This position offers part-time, temporary employment dependent on client needs. Hours are not guaranteed on an hourly or weekly basis. Twenty-four hour assignments that include time spent sleeping requires employee acknowledgement/agreement. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Understand, perform and adhere to the information and precautions contained in the clients\xe2\x80\x99 Home Plan of Care.
Assist the client with personal communication skills, as needed.
Provide companionship and socialization.
Assist with the client\xe2\x80\x99s meal planning, purchase of food and meal preparation.
Provide assistance with the client\xe2\x80\x99s laundry and bed linens.
Assist with transportation needs in accordance with the Plan of Care.
Prepare and maintain records of client progress and performed services, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
Report all client and employee incidents/accidents to supervisor immediately.
Conduct safety precautions including wiping wet floors and spills and removing potential hazards immediately. Report safety hazards such as frayed electrical cords, unsecured handrails, malfunctioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors/alarms, defective equipment and/or environmental hazards to supervisor on the same day of observation.
Engage in respectful social interaction with client including friendly conversation and empathic support. At the same time, respect client privacy and property.
Exhibit positive attitude and behavior; demonstrate client respect.
Maintain absolute confidentiality of all information pertaining to clients, including clients\' families.
Promptly respond and attend to client requests.
Communicate effectively with all team members.
Maintain proper hand washing techniques.
Understand the importance of seeking assistance, as needed, from your supervisor and/or others; demonstrate capability and dependability in following instructions.
Understand that regular, consistent attendance is necessary to serve clients.
Accept and fulfill assignments with the agency; exercise judgment in accepting assignments.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the management team.
REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
Ability to regularly and predictably report to multiple locations on a daily basis.
Demonstrate sympathetic and positive attitude when caring for others.
Experience in cooking, cleaning, laundry and shopping.
Ability to listen and communicate clearly, fluently and diplomatically \xe2\x80\x93 both orally and in writing.
Ability to remain flexible, resilient, calm and maintain a sense of humor in all situations.
Present a well-groomed image that reflects the professionalism of the business.
Ability to generate goodwill for the Agency with clients, their family members and other referral sources. Demonstrate a strong commitment to client service excellence.
Possess and maintain current TB testing.
Ability to lawfully work in the U.S.
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Combination of sitting, standing, bending, reaching, stretching, stooping, walking, climbing stairs and moving during working hours.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately to fully meet the position requirements.
Must be able to maintain verbal and written communication with co-workers, leadership team, supervisors, clients, family members, vendors and all business associates within or outside the Agency.
Possess and maintain current TB testing.
Successful completion and ongoing compliance with all licensing, certification, continuous education, background testing, drug and alcohol testing, OIG, and health assessments, as may be required under federal, state, or local law or per employer policy.
All of the above demands are subject to ADA requirements.
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Job Detail
Job Id
JD4262077
Industry
Not mentioned
Total Positions
1
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Not mentioned
Employment Status
Permanent
Job Location
‘Aiea, HI 96701, United States
Education
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