Homemaker

DAP Health•Palm Springs, CA

3d•$22 - $23

About The Position

The Homemaker provides in-home support to clients who are too ill to perform household chores. The role delivers household services needed to maintain individuals in their homes and help prevent or postpone institutionalization when short- or long-term illness or disability requires supportive, therapeutic, or compensatory services to sustain independent living. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
At least one year of related experience or equivalent.
Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
Flexibility and willingness to work in a variety of home settings.
Ability to change priorities as needed with enthusiasm.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy, complex environment, using tact, diplomacy, and discipline.
Ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Competence in reacting to and handling emergencies.
Good judgment and the ability to make timely, sound decisions.
Strong charting and documentation skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Current, valid driver's license and current personal auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Sweep, vacuum, and/or wash floor surfaces.
Wash kitchen counters and sinks, clean bathrooms, and dust and clean up.
Store food and supplies and take out garbage.
Perform routine cleaning of ovens, stoves, and/or microwaves; clean and defrost refrigerators; and assist with disposing of expired food.
Change bed linen.
Promote a safe environment by removing or reporting hazardous debris or dirt.
Prepare meals and clean up afterward.
Perform routine laundry, ironing, folding, and storing of clothes on hangers, shelves, or in drawers.
Conduct reasonable local shopping and errands, limited to the nearest available stores.
Report all observed or stated patient changes to the case manager.
Prepare timely, legible, and complete documentation of care provided and return documentation to the office or department according to established policy.
Document all communication with providers.
Participate in care coordination meetings as needed.
Recognize limitations in providing care and perform prescribed duties as allowed by law.
Interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals with courtesy, tact, and poise.
Adjust to changing patient flow, acuity, and operational demands while maintaining quality.
Maintain compliance with annual HIV, infection control, and HIPAA training requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.