Homemaker - 1965946

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, a family owned & reputable Home Care agency, with multiple offices in Massachusetts, is seeking compassionate, competent & dependable Homemakers to support their continued growth.

PRN, Part Time, & Full Time opportunities available immediately.

Position Summary :

Homemakers (HM) services are provided to clients who require physical assistance and verbal queuing with homemaking tasks. The goal of services is to maintain a client's optimal level of functioning while maintaining dignity and independence. Services include client assistance with shopping, menu planning, laundry, general household tasks such as meal preparation and general household care when the client is temporarily, or permanently, unable to perform such tasks for him / her self or others in the home. The Aging Services Access Point Registered Nurse (ASAP RN) will assess the client's needs, the type of and amount of care assistance needed, the client's environment and support system in determining the appropriateness for services. The ASAP RN collaborates with the RN to ensure an individualized, comprehensive and effective plan for each client. The RN supervises and orients the HM to the service plan and the client. In-home Nurse Supervision is conducted not less than once each quarter. Licensed Practical Nurses may supervise and orient the HM as allowed by the Elder Affair's Provider Agreement.

Education, Experience and Qualifications :

• Successful completion of an approved 40- hour HM training program in accordance with Federal Regulations. A current, valid certificate must be presented upon hire.
• A Home Health Aide, certified in another state or territory of the United States, may be deemed to have completed a training program as required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts provided the Home Health Care Agency has sufficient documentation in accordance with the ASAP's provider agreement.
• Current CPR Certification preferred.
• Exhibits maturity, flexibility and ability to plan and organize activities.
• A current TB test is required upon hire and yearly thereafter, if warranted.
• Completed 37 hours of training related to the responsibilities of a HM and the Mass Council's curriculum. Other courses may be used that contain the same subject matter and number of hours per subject.
• Must have a current, valid Massachusetts driver's license and reliable transportation with current auto / vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be competent in the skills necessary to perform the job functions.

Work Environment :

Field work in client homes. Minimal office work is required.

Physical Requirements :

Key Duties and Responsibilities :

The essential functions of the HM include, but are not limited to the following :

For immediate consideration, please apply Today!