Homemaker

Homemaker Position The Homemaker performs Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) as assigned in an individual's care plan. Care is generally provided in the home, however, errands, and additional approved tasks may also be assigned as designated in an individual's care plan. Responsibilities The Homemaker is responsible for: Providing services as assigned by the RN Field Supervisor in accordance with the individual's approved service plan. Reporting any deviations in an individual's functional or medical condition to the appropriate agency personnel. Providing services during the assigned schedule for each assigned client. Reporting deviations from the assignment including, but not limited to: Deviations from the assigned schedule. Individual declining specific tasks or requesting unassigned tasks. Individual expecting to be unavailable for a shift or multiple shifts. Hospitalizations, rehab, or facility placement. Incidents, accidents, or other events that are not aligned with the individual's plan of care. Demonstrating competence with assigned IADLs and performing these tasks in line with the plan of care. IADLs may include but are not limited to: Cooking Cleaning Laundry Shopping Errands Companion or sitter services, as assigned in the care plan. If additional services are requested, the Homemaker must notify the RN Field Supervisor for further instruction. The Homemaker may not negotiate additional tasks, service location, or schedule changes directly with the individual. The office must be notified of any alterations. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. The Homemaker must also: Be present for supervisory visits to be performed by RN Field Supervisor as required. Accurately report time and attendance for branch office. Log time and attendance via timesheets, or EVV, as required by payer or Hope Nursing Home Care. Required documenting and reporting as assigned by RN Field Supervisor. Immediately report concerns of abuse, neglect, or exploitation to the office. Cell phones may not be used during assignment, unless approved for EVV services, as instructed. Report planned absences to the office as soon as possible so the scheduled outage may be reassigned to another Homemaker. Be an advocate for individuals needing other community services or a higher level of care. Dress appropriately and professionally. Wear nametag at all times during assignment. Use personal protective equipment appropriately during assignment for infection control purposes. Comply with rules and requirements with specific programs, as assigned. Perform other duties, as assigned. Qualifications The Homemaker must have: Eighteen (18) years of age or older. Valid RI Homemaker Certificate or equivalent. A current, active, qualifying national BCI check complying with Rhode Island State Law. Experience in Home and Community Based Services, preferred. Current TB skin test or Tuberculin titer test. For positive results, a chest x-ray within the last 5 years will be required. Proof of vaccinations or antibody titers for immunity: Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) Varicella (Chicken Pox) Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) COVID-19 (completed initial series) Punctuality. Desire to help those at home. Professional demeanor and appearance. Reliable transportation complying with all state laws. Ability to demonstrate competence providing assigned tasks. Acknowledgement: All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.