Personal Care Line Homemaker

Company: Amedisys Home Health Services
Location: Pittsfield
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

What You Will Do

The homemaker assists clients with household tasks in accordance with relevant local, state and federal agencies and with a care plan developed by an appropriate supervisor. The homemaker supports and encourages clients in self-help and optimal level of independence or participation in activities of daily living and home management as related to comfort, care, and safety of a client in the home.

• Plans, prepares, and serves meals according to dietary instructions.
• Runs errands for the client, including shopping for food and household supplies.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for client by performing household services.
• Engages in stimulating conversation and activities.
• Communicates and reports any changes or concerns regarding clients in a timely manner.
• Cooperates with all other caregivers to deliver excellent care to clients and participates in multi-disciplinary care delivery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Flexible, sensitive to the needs of others, reliable, and able to cope with emergencies.
• Successful completion of the 40-hour Council for Home Care Aide, Homemaker Service Training Program within 6 months of hire or its equivalent.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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