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Homemaker w/Possible Home Health Aide - Health Department

ABOUT THE POSITION/DEPARTMENT:

The County Health Department protects and promotes the health of county citizens and the environment through the efforts of dedicated and skilled employees and application of sound public health principle. The department's role is to identify community health problems; diagnose and investigate health problems and health hazards in the community; and enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety. The mission of the department is to promote and protect public health. Under general supervision, the employee will evaluate and counsel clients regarding nutritional needs and performs in-home personal care for clients.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience in a health care environment or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Have, or ability to obtain, and maintain a valid Montana driver's license
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment, follow established procedures, follow written and verbal instructions, effectively and appropriately communicate
• Certification as a CNA/HHA in Montana not necessary but would be a plus.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform general housekeeping tasks including; vacuum, mop and wax floors, dust, change linen and do laundry, clean and defrost refrigerator/freezer, clean appliances, wash dishes, buy groceries and run errands
• Daily documentation of services and patient care and assess the condition of the patient
• The majority of the work time is spent in client homes assisting with light housekeeping, and assisting with patient bathing, dressing and personal care
• Assist in taking patient histories, take vital signs as appropriate and record in patient charts
• Assist with non-invasive routine patient care procedures
• Provide in home care to patients including bathing, assistance with activities of daily living, sometimes in stressful situations
• Collect fees and deliver to health department
• Prepare time, mileage and service reports; attend meetings
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment; follow established procedures; follow written and verbal instructions; effectively and appropriately communicate

Will work 25 - 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

Pay is $17.09 per hour for work as Homemaker (Grade 13) position, and $19.12 per hour for work as Home Health Aide (Grade 15) position. Benefits include pro-rated health insurance, life insurance, sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays and Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) with matching contribution.