HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANT
About The Position
Hillview Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and reliable Household Assistant to support its resident-centered environment. The role combines routine cleaning responsibilities with assisting residents in aspects of daily care to help ensure a comfortable, safe, and supportive home. The position works under the supervision of the Support Systems Manager, Director of Nursing, Clinical Nurse Manager, or Household Coordinator. Shifts are 8 hours, with the opportunity to discuss a preferred daily start time between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Available schedules are 72 to 80 hours per pay period or 16 hours per pay period; both include 8-hour AM shifts, every other weekend, and a holiday rotation. The position is part-time with benefits and pays $20.19 per hour plus shift differentials.
Requirements
- Be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at the time of hire, or be enrolled in an approved CNA training program and appear on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry within 120 days.
- Be at least 17 years old.
- Be able to pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check.
- Be able to follow detailed instructions and maintain safety standards.
- Be comfortable working with diverse resident populations, including residents with dementia or mental health needs.
- Stand and walk for most of the shift.
- Bend, stoop, and push and pull carts or wheelchairs weighing up to 250 lbs.
- Lift up to 35 lbs and assist with transfers up to 50 lbs.
- Use nursing-related equipment and cleaning tools.
- Communicate clearly in English and maintain accurate documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in facility cleaning or environmental services.
- Experience with geriatric or long-term care populations.
- A valid driver’s license and good driving record for positions that may drive facility vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Assist residents with daily care needs following CNA training.
- Clean and disinfect resident rooms, bathrooms, dining areas, and common spaces.
- Stock supplies and maintain the cleanliness of equipment and household areas.
- Support resident activities and provide mealtime assistance.
- Follow isolation, infection-control, and safety procedures.
- Maintain resident rights, confidentiality, and a person-centered focus.
- Provide supervision to ensure resident safety.
- Participate in meetings, trainings, and required annual in-service hours.
- Work collaboratively with care teams to meet individualized resident needs.
Benefits
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension program.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Vacation, sick leave, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
- Flexible schedules and wellness programs.
- Part-time position with benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
