About this role
Position Summary: Performs light housekeeping chores for elderly homebound clients.
Principal Responsibilities:
• Change bed linens, wash and iron clientsʹ laundry, and clean clientsʹ apartments.
• Participate in the scheduling of appointments. Report all problems and issues to the supervisor.
• Shop for clients, when necessary.
• Accompany ambulatory clients outside home, serving as guide, companion, and aide.
• Perform variety of miscellaneous duties as requested such as obtaining household supplies and running errands.
• Perform other duties as assigned during non‐scheduled appointment times.
• Maintain records of services provided and of apparent condition of client.
• Report all problems encountered to professional staff.
• Perform other duties as needed or requested.
• Adhere to organization's standards by completing annual mandatory trainings in a timely manner on topics including – but not limited to – Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, IT Security Awareness, Compliance, OSHA, HIPAA and any other training the organization may deem necessary in regards to regulatory compliance or good business practices.
• Supports organization's mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers.
• Adheres to the organization's policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance
Salary : $17 per hour
Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) minimum; and at least one-year related experience
• NYS Department of Health certification preferred
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to multi-task and work independently with a great attention to detail
Working Conditions/Physical Demand:
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock and exposure to pathogens.
• Must be able to travel locally by public or private transportation to make home visits. Valid driver's license, car registration and insurance as applicable.
• Work Schedule will be 9AM-5PM (Any of 3 days of the weekday)