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Job Description
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.