Homemaker / Companion

• LEXINGTON, WOBURN, ARLINGTON, ACTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS!!

Interim HealthCare, Inc. of Lexington MA is seeking a full-time Homemaker-HMK to join our healthcare team. The Homemaker – HMK will be responsible for providing quality services to adults and the elderly who are unable to perform activities of daily living. The primary focus of the position is to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided to our clients in their homes.

Compensation & Benefits

• One on one with Client / Patient
• Flexible Schedules
• Sick pay
• Vacation pay (accrual)
• Overtime pay
• Weekly Payroll (Direct deposit)
• Free training courses

Responsibilities

•Gather supplies and equipment necessary to provide homemaking services depending on the individual needs of each client

•Provide transportation and assistance to clients as needed; grocery store, doctor's appointments, etc.

•Cleaning and organizing client's home

•Preparing meals according to individual needs

•Assist client with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming

•Create and maintain a safe environment for clients

•Observe and document client's physical and emotional condition

•Report any changes in health condition to the supervisor

•Monitor nutrition and hydration of clients

•Assist with medical interventions such as taking vital signs or medication reminders

•Provide companionship and emotional support; listen to and communicate with clients to understand their needs

•Perform other activities as needed

Requirements

•Certification as a Home Health Aide or Nurse Aide in Massachusetts

•Minimum of one (1) year of experience in Home Care/Home Health Care setting strongly preferred

•Current TB test results and proof of MMR Language Proficiency

•Must have valid driver’s license

•Flexible scheduling availability

•Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

•Ability to work independently and as a team member

•Compassionate and patient attitude

EEOC Statement

Interim Healthcare, Inc. of Lexington MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides a safe, supportive, respectful, and harassment-free workplace for all employees and applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our policy applies to all members of the staff and applicants to the organization.