Home Maker - Waipahu - FaithCare Hawaii

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking to make a meaningful impact in your community?

FaithCare Hawaii is seeking compassionate and reliable caregivers to join our team and provide exceptional support to our clients in the following areas;

Honolulu, Salt Lake, Aiea, Pearl City, Waipahu, Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Waianae/Nanakuli/Makaha, Mililani, Wahiawa, Waialua, Kaneohe, Kailua.

Note: Applicants must reside in Oahu, Hawaii, or be willing to relocate if coming from the US mainland and have the authorization to work in the United States.

DUTIES 

• Performs routine housekeeping tasks as related to a safe and comfortable environment for the client, as instructed by the Service plan:

1. 1. Routine housecleaning such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, making beds, washing dishes, cleaning toilets, sinks, showers, or bathtubs, or disposing of rubbish;
   2.  Care of clothing and linens, including washing, drying, ironing, and mending;
   3.  Shopping for household supplies, clothing, and personal essentials;
   4.  Running errands or picking up medication;
   5.  Shopping for food or preparing meals;
   6.  Escorting the client to medical care services or to nutritional or recreational programs; and
   7.  Assisting with simple health care routines such as reminders to take oral medication, to maintain diet restrictions, or to perform recommended exercises.
   8.  Homemaker services do not include the management of the client's money or finances, or the balancing of the client's checkbook.

• The Homemakers shall not be allowed to perform any service that is not within their scope of duties.
• Tasks to be performed by a Homemaker must be assigned by and performed under the supervision of the Supervising Nurse who will be responsible for the services provided by the Homemaker.
• Follows the service plan to provide, safe, competent services to the client.
• Helps the client to maintain and assists in maintaining a healthy, safe environment.
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals when instructed to do so by the service plan
• Encourages the client to become as independent as possible according to the service plan.
• Attempts to promote client's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest.
• Gives simple emotional and psychological support to the client and other members of the household and establishes a relationship with client and family which transmits trust and confidentiality.
• Reports any change in the client's mental or physical condition or in the home situation to the supervisor.
• Prepares a visit report timely and submits for entry into the clinical record weekly
• Confirms on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits 
• Works with personnel of other community agencies involved in the client's care as directed by the supervisor
• Attends in-service as required by state regulation.

JOB CONDITIONS

• The ability to drive and to access clients’ homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible are required.
• Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to report on the client's condition, to identify a change in client condition, and to perform assigned tasks.
• On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, and reach.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing in English.

COMPANY INFORMATION

• Has access to all client medical records which may be discussed with the Supervising Nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Successful completion of a basic nurse aid training program approved by the Department OR has successfully completed coursework that qualifies a person as a certified or licensed health care professional.   

• Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self, and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this.

• Must comprehend the basics of housekeeping, and meal preparation.

• Must understand and respect clients, including ethics and confidentiality of care.

• Must have a complete criminal background check.

• Must have current FA/CPR certification.

• Must have current TB Clearance (2-step)

• Must have other documentary requirements (ID or passport, SSN card, etc).

BENEFITS

• Supportive work environment

• Comprehensive orientation/training

• Career advancements and professional development

• Competitive salary

• Flexible scheduling and work assignments within your area

• Health insurance - medical, dental, vision

• Temporary disability insurance and Worker's compensation coverage

• Paid time off (PTO) after meeting eligibility

• Mileage reimbursement

• Portal, tools, and resources to support work processes