Homemaker/Companion

A homemaker/companion provides for the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Performs various housekeeping tasks, meal preparation and companionship activities for clients in their residences.  

Essential Functions

• Performs homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms.
• Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions. May shop for groceries.
• Provides companionship for the client. This includes accompanying client on walks, trips to social/recreational activities, assistance with hobbies, etc. 
• Homemaker/companionship may be only a few hours a week, but it can extend to 24 hour care and sleep-overs.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care is preferred but Right at Home do train nursing students, medical students and students of allied health professions in the homemaker/companion care role.
• We also employ and train mature aged carers who may not have an academic qualification. 
• Completion of a written Competency Evaluation. 
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job. 
• Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job.
• Australian Federal Police Clearance and pass a third party backgroud check.

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