Homemaker Aide

Job Title

Homemaker Aide

FIVCO Area Development District

$25,000.00/yr - $31,000.00/yr

Will travel throughout the FIVCO region providing in-home services to clients 60 years of age or older who meet program criteria as determined by the Homecare Service Advisor. Perform homemaking services, personal care, and other duties as ordered. Employees are offered mileage reimbursement.

• Perform in-home services for clients following the care plans developed by the Homecare Service Advisors.
• Homemaking: shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry.
• Personal care: assist the client with routine bathing, feeding, hair care, toileting and/or dressing.
• Report to work at assigned day and hour.
• Be clean, neat, and dress appropriately.
• Be courteous to clients, their families, and fellow employees.
• Observe confidentiality regarding clients and services.
• Report all emergencies immediately.
• Complete all paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Attend all trainings as required.
• Report to central office any changes in work schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must complete a minimum of six (6) hours training plus an additional four hours working with an experienced homemaker aide.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Must pass a criminal records check, TB screening, and drug test prior to hire.
• Must deal effectively with senior citizens.
• Must have dependable transportation, a valid Kentucky driver’s license and insurance.
• Must be capable of following instructions and completing forms.
• Must be physically able to perform the job; able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to walk, see, hear, and speak; high level of mobility required.

Work is completed in individual homes and communities within the FIVCO region (Boyd, Carter, Elliott, Greenup, and Lawrence counties). Travel in a personal vehicle is required and eligible for mile-reimbursement. Possible travel under adverse weather conditions and into rural areas to visit clients’ homes. Must be physically able to lift up to 30 lbs.

• Be knowledgeable and follow all policies and procedures set by FIVCO ADD.
• Support the overall work and functions of FIVCO ADD.
• Interact professionally with customers/clients, other employees, outside agencies, and community.
• Show commitment to the community, and accountability and ownership of work.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Part-time
• Job Function:
  Other
• Industries:
  Government Administration