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Cook & Will: (708) 832-6628

Dupage: (331) 276-8117

Lake & Kane: (224) 348-9006

Kankakee: (815) 362-5422

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Home Maker

are required to possess a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, ability to read, write and carry out directions and maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.

Work Experience:

Must have at least 1- year experience
Be in compliance with all existing regulations and company policies.
Must meet transportation, language and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.
English/Spanish a plus.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Appropriately assist clients with personal care activities and provide companionship tasks in accordance with the care plan including:
Baths (tub, shower, bed).
Mouth care, denture care, skin care, foot care (no toe nail cutting).
Grooming (shampoo, comb hair, shave, file nails).
Elimination (toilet, commode, urinal, bedpan).
Transfers.
Dressing and undressing activities.
Ambulation 
Feeding client

Appropriately assist with household tasks directly related to the client’s health and in
accordance with the care plan:
Planning and preparing nutritious meals.
Light housekeeping of client’s immediate environment 
Laundry of client’s bedding and clothing
Grocery shopping
Accurately treasure and record temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Utilize equipment in an appropriate and safe manner .
Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapy services.
Remind client for self-administration of medication.
Do Not Administer Medications. Medications include eye drops, ear drops, ointments, pills, suppositories, injections, herbal remedies, and over-the-counter medications such as Tylenol, Aspirin, vitamins, and minerals.
Document services provided accurately.
Report any changes in the client ’s condition or incidents immediately.
Ensure all HIPAA regulations are adhered to.
Maintain and improve skills through attendance at staff development programs.
Follow all agency Policies and Procedures.
All other duties as assigned.

 

Candidates will have the physical ability to perform job related duties, which may require lifting, standing, transferring, bending, stretching, stooping, pushing, walking, pulling and the ability to
provide partial or complete assistance with activities of daily living.

 

Get Started

Please fill out the brief form below so that we can get the process started as quickly as possible.  After receiving this information we will schedule a home consultation, create a plan based on level of care needed, and provide a quote.