Homemaker Aide

JOB TITLE: Homemaker Aide.

DIVISION: Social Services.

SUPERVISOR: Homecare Scheduler.

SUPERVISES: None.

EEO CODE: 05.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt.

SALARY RANGE: $25,000 - $31,000 DOE.

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. Will perform homemaking services, personal care, and other duties as ordered. FIVCO is hiring in the Lawrence County area for this particular job posting, however, applicants would still need to remain flexible and be willing to travel in other counties within the region if needed.

Employees are offered mileage reimbursement.

• Perform in-home services for clients by following the care plans developed by the Homecare Service Advisors.

• Homemaking: shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry.
• Personal care: assisting the client with routine bathing, feeding, hair care, assistance with 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 of 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 be able to 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.

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. Homemaker Aides are eligible for mile-reimbursement. This includes possible travel under potentially adverse weather conditions and into rural areas to visit clients’ homes.

• Must be able to walk, see, hear, and speak.
• Work requires a high level of mobility.
• Must be able to lift to 30lbs.

• Must be able to operate own motor vehicle, phone systems, washer/dryers, mopping, sweeping, and generalized cleaning equipment.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:

• 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.

* FIVCO ADD reserves the right to revise and/or alter this job description as needed. The job description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, requirements or responsibilities.