It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Schedule: PRN
Our intention is to have employees who are passionate about making their personal mission statement come to life each day at work! Be it through providing healing, eradicating loneliness, contributing to efficiencies, streamlining processes, being dependable, sparking creativity or something else, the demonstration of HOW you do your job is just as important as WHAT you do in your job.
Alongside our valued employees, we are making a difference throughout the state of Ohio in the lives of those that need healthcare or those embracing the next chapter of their lives. Sustained members of our team demonstrate accountable behavior and share our values of customer service, innovation, integrity, inclusion, financial stewardship, leadership and care.
The Homemaker/Companion provides homemaking and/or companion services to patients enabling them to remain in the home by supplementing the patient and family/caregiver abilities for home management in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.
Essential Activities and Tasks
Care Management and Service Delivery - 80%
Provides homemaking services, such as bed making, light housework, laundering.
Plans, shops, prepares, or assists with nutritious meals and prescribed diets, which includes the clean-up of kitchen area.
Accompanies patient to medical appointments as specified in the care plan.
Runs errands with patient/family’s agreement.
Provides companionship and socialization for the patient.
Observes the patient for changes in general physical and mental conditions. Reports any changes noted to the nurse.
Reminds patients to take their medication as prescribed and scheduled.
Assists to maintain safety in the home. Notifies nurse of safety concerns.
Quality, Compliance, and Risk Management - 20%
Adheres to the documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must successfully complete all sections of the Homemaker written test and completes the Homemaker skills testing by return demonstration.
Experience
One year experience as a homemaker/ companion for an adult or family member required.
Other Requirements
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by insurance carrier underwriting standards.
Working Conditions and Special Requirements
Sitting - Up to 8 hours/day
Standing - Up to 6 hours/day
Walking - Up to 2 hours/day
Lifting, transferring, pushing, or pulling patients or equipment/supplies - Up to 50 pounds
Driving - Up to 6 hours/day
Work weekends, evenings, and holidays - Required as scheduled
Subject to patients with various disease processes - Occasional
May be exposed to infectious waste, disease, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses - Work day
Risk Category for Exposure to Bloodborne Diseases - II
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Successful completion of Homemaker written test and skills testing by return demonstration
- One year experience as a homemaker/companion for an adult or family member
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Insurable under professional liability and crime coverage per insurer standards
What We Do
Ohio Living is a faith-infused, not-for-profit senior living organization serving older adults throughout Ohio. It operates 11 life plan communities offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care and long-term nursing, alongside home health, hospice, palliative medicine, physician and nurse practitioner services, and a Medicare Advantage plan. Its mission emphasizes compassionate, quality care supporting residents’ physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
