About this opportunity
Aveanna Healthcare lists this Homemaker opportunity in west springfield, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join Aveanna Healthcare as Home Maker (HM)You will provide personal care, selected treatment procedures, minimal household tasks and occasional meal preparation under the advisory of a Registered Nurse for individuals with special needs in their homes.Our services involve a range of medical and non-medical assistance provided through visits to the individual's own home. These services include Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Home Health Aide Services. Aveanna's services are tailored to individual's needs and can significantly improve the quality of life for those who need short-term assistance but wish to remain in their own homes.Perform home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaningPlan meals, shop for groceries, prepare and serve meals, and clean upCommunicate verbally with clients, client family members, and staff in a professional mannerEnsure client safety while maintaining a safe environmentEncourage self-help activitiesReport and document services provided and changes in client's condition or family situation to the officeMaintain clinical record documentation according to policy and procedures as well as state and federal regulationsAttention to detailTime managementEffective problem-solving and conflict resolutionGood organization and communication skillsMust be able to speak, write, read and understand EnglishMust be able to travelMust be able to lift 50 poundsProlonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twistingMust be able to sit and climb stairsMust have visual and hearing acuityMust have strong sense of smell and touchMust be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistanceMust be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transportMust be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditionsPossible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseasesDuties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice18 years of age or older with high school degree/GEDValid driver's licenseAcceptable MVRMinimum of one-year home health care experience or LTC experience a plusAveanna Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Worksite address
west springfield, MA, 01089, US
Who can apply
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