Homemaker

JOL HEALTHCARE•Bastrop, TX

7d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function is to provide personal assistance services to the patient in their place of residence, under the IDG Plan of Care. This role involves assisting in providing a safe and clean environment, working cooperatively with patients and families, and sharing observations and problems with the supervisor. The Homemaker promotes positive, supportive, and respectful communication, maintains patient confidentiality, and ensures a respectful environment for patients, their privacy, and property. Responsibilities include light housekeeping, laundry services, running errands, and assisting with meal preparation as outlined in the plan of care. The role requires the ability to report changes effectively to ensure continuity of care, practice accepted infection control principles, and maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the patient. The Homemaker must be competent in performing assigned tasks according to agency policy, contribute to the efficient operation of the agency, and demonstrate effective time management. Commitment to professional growth and competency through in-service attendance is also expected, along with promoting the agency's philosophy and administration.

Requirements

Must have current driver’s license
Must be able to read and write in English and follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively.
Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly.
Competent to perform tasks assigned by supervisor.
Reliable transportation.
Valid and current auto liability insurance.
Must agree to and pass a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma Preferred
One year of experience in providing services to individuals needing homemaker/companion assistance, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication with patients/families and other employees.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Provide an environment that promotes respect for patients, privacy, and property.
Provides light housekeeping, laundry services, errands, and assists with meal preparation, per plan of care.
Provide necessary skills to appropriately report changes to ensure continuity of care.
Practice accepted infection control principles.
Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the patient.
Provide skills necessary to perform assigned functions according to agency policy.
Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the agency and demonstrate effective time management skills.
Demonstrate commitment, professional growth, and competency by attending required in-services.
Promote the agency philosophy and administrative