Homemaker/Chore aide

Washington DC

Description

Take and follow orders for daily housekeeping chores based on the beneficiaries’ plan of care directives. • Clean surfaces such as floors in kitchens, rooms, and hallways by performing sweeping and mopping duties. • Perform preventative infection control procedures through effective sanitation of all surfaces and furniture. • Dust and polish furniture and fittings and ensure that they are properly restored according to provided instructions. • Interacts with beneficiaries, visitors and guests to determine their needs and attempt to fulfill them immediately. • Change bedsheets and ensure that all soiled or dirty linen including towels and napkins are transported to the laundry. • Anticipate the needs of patients and guests and provide them with information regarding Elites Care’s policies and procedures. • Provides transportation, if needed. • Assists person to integrate into the community by accompanying them to social and spiritual activities of their choice. • Empty trash baskets and clean ashtrays and ensure that appropriate trash removal activities are carried out. • Ascertain that storage areas are properly stocked and kept clean and tidy at all times. • Clean and shampoo rugs and carpets and ensure that all drapes are vacuumed and washed properly • Prepare and properly store food for the beneficiary. • Performs all other duties as assigned by their supervisor.