Homemaker

Homemaker Derby, CT Job Details Part-time | Per diem 23 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description DEPT:

Support Services

LOCATION

Derby STATUS:

P/T, Per Diem GRADE:

N/A UNION

No

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Elderly Services Coordinator

POSITIONS SUPERVISED

N/A

BASIC PURPOSE

To assist elderly clients with light housekeeping and shopping so that they can remain in their home environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide clients with light housekeeping tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, cleaning the bathroom and kitchen (including appliances), and laundry services. Run errands for clients such as picking up prescriptions. Do grocery shopping for clients. Provide companionship and socialization.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform other related duties as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Client homes and apartments.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

H.S. Diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience working with the elderly is a plus, must have reliable transportation.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Ability to work independently, Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs., PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTS

: Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., be able to drive including getting into and out of vehicle frequently and sitting for brief periods of time, ability to climb stairs, bend and lift and reach.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Ability to function within guidelines of the Agency's core values and identification with the Agency mission.