HOMEMAKER
Company: VNA Personal Services
Location: Manchester
Posted on: July 30, 2022
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Homemaker will perform
delegated homemaking, general assistance and companionship and
other delegated duties for clients/patients of all ages and
families in their home or other designated facility. PRIMARY DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES Employees are expected to work consistently to
demonstrate the mission, vision, beliefs, core values and standards
of behavior of the organization. Report and record clients' needs
and responses to the appropriate supervisor. Adhere to
client/patient safety and infection control policies and the plan
of care. Utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.
Report identified problems with equipment and supplies to the
Supervisor/Clinical Manager/Director. Communicate and cooperate
with other members of the home care team. Report to the Scheduling
Coordinator any delays in performance of assigned tasks which may
interfere with the plan of care. Perform client/patient and family
homemaker responsibilities including, but not limited to, routine
housekeeping, laundry, marketing and other shopping needs, planning
and preparing meals, and providing guidance on a proper nutrition,
health, and hygiene habits. Perform light housekeeping, including
but not limited to, dusting, dry mopping, vacuuming, washing
dishes, making beds and changing linens (as needed), mopping
kitchen and bathrooms, light laundry and some ironing, emptying
trash, shopping for food and household supplies or doing simple
errands for the client, and preparing simple meals, which may also
include planning meals for the evening or next day. Perform
client/patient and family companion responsibilities including, but
not limited to, companionship for clients/patients, accompanying
the client/patient on appointments and errands (Note: cannot drive
or ride with clients), socialization for children or the elderly
(reading, walks, play activities and visiting neighbors). Ensure
confidentiality of employee, legal, client/patient, budget, and all
company matters. Ensure security of confidential materials.
Initiate and seek participation in department quality improvement
initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONSProvide home health care service throughout Southern New
HampshireEducation High School diploma or equivalent required.
Successful completion of homemaker training program
preferred.Licensure/certification - Include due date if
licensure/certification is required after hire. Must maintain a
valid and current driver s license required. Proof of automobile
insurance required.Experience - Six (6) months of experience in a
related field preferred.
Keywords: VNA Personal Services, Manchester , HOMEMAKER, Other , Manchester, New Hampshire
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