Homemaker

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Holidays/Benefits

PTO for Full-time

Flexible Schedules

Paid training and travel

Job summary

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens is looking for dedicated Homemakers to provide essential home care services in Bristol, TN, and surrounding areas. Ideal candidates should have compassion for the elderly and be physically fit to assist with daily living activities such as cleaning, meal preparation, and laundry.

The position offers competitive pay, flexible schedules, and the opportunity for paid training. You will work directly with clients to ensure they receive the support they need to maintain their independence at home.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years or older.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for task performance.
• Must be medically cleared of communicable disease.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with meals and light housekeeping.
• Perform laundry and grocery shopping.
• Provide stand-by assistance to clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift 20-40 lbs.

Sanitation principles knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

WE ARE GROWING! Mount Rogers PACE is seeking competent and talented Homemakers to join our amazing team as we deliver quality home care to clients in the following locations:

• Bland County, VA
• Wythe County, VA
• Smyth County, VA
• City of Bristol, VA

Positions are available in each location and Homemakers are generally assigned to clients within their local service area. When applying, please indicate the location/locations in which you are interested in working.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid Holidays/Benefits
• PTO for Full-time
• Dayshift/Flexible Schedules
• Paid training and travel
• 1 to 1 client ratio in homes

Homemaker

GRADE: 5 REPORTS TO: PCA Supervisor/Home Care Coordinator

Position Requirements

Must be at least 18 years or older, able to read, write, and understand English for task performance, be physically capable of performing required tasks, have a valid Social Security number, driver’s license, and own transportation. Must be medically cleared of communicable disease, pass a drug test, and undergo a criminal background check. Graduation from high school or equivalency is preferred. Preferred training or experience in homemaking, and one year of experience with the elderly or disabled.

Summary

Provides services designed to assist eligible individuals with basic homemaking activities such as cleaning of main living areas, laundry, purchasing and storing groceries, preparing meals, trash disposal, and assisting with mail. May also assist with health‑related services to provide stand‑by assistance to clients. The Homemaker may be required to provide necessary services as authorized by the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Use of therapeutic interpersonal skills in all contacts in the work setting is required. Problems encountered range from routine to complex in nature; significant public contact is required, and the position requires independent decision‑making and action.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist elderly and disabled clients in their home setting with focus on meals, laundry, light housekeeping, and grocery shopping.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Must be physically able to perform duties and safely lift 20-40 lbs. unassisted.
2. Ability to follow exactly oral or written instructions.
3. Knowledge of sanitation principles.
4. Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions without close or constant supervision.
5. Must possess good interpersonal skills.
6. Must obey all rules and regulations of AASC Personnel Policy/PACE Program.
7. Provide own transportation to and from client appointments.
8. Must be accessible by phone and possess a cellular phone or other device capable of making and receiving phone calls, emails, and recording worked time, and production of client records.