What are the responsibilities and job description for the Companion/ Homemaker PRN- Homestead, FL position at Right at Home Palmetto Bay?
Provides for the maintenance of safe and clean environment. Performs various housekeeping tasks, meal preparation and companionship activities for clients in their residences
Essential Functions
Adheres to Right at Home policies and procedures.
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Performs work under the supervision of the Staffing Coordinator/Operations Manager
Performs homemaking activities contained in the Client Home Record which includes, but is not limited to: vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, laundry, and cleaning bathrooms
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Prepares meals and snacks for client according to client/family and supervisor’s instructions. May perform grocery shopping, if prearranged with office.
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Provides companionship for client including accompanying client on walks, trips to social/recreational activities, assistance with hobbies etc.
The homemaker is responsible for written documentation of service provided
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Provides standby assistance for transferring or lifting of client
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Provides stand by assistance on personal care services such as bathing dressing and shaving
Additional (non-essential) Functions
Performs other duties as directed by the supervisor
Working Conditions/Environment
Primarily works in client’s place of residence, travel required. Shift times and days vary with client needs.
Requirements:
CPR and First Aid Training
Possess a valid driver’s license and insured automobile
High school graduate or G.E.D
certificate preferred
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
The Companion/Homemaker will NOT perform any of the following:
Contact the physician directly, but rather refer all question or reports to the supervisor. Administering of
any medications, ointments, eye drops, etc.
Administering of any medications, ointments, eye drops, etc.
Heavy duty household chores such as washing walls, waxing floors, washing windows, etc.
Household repairs or maintenance
Cut fingernails or toenails of any client
