Household assistant jobs in United States

Position: Nanny and Housekeeper Employment Type: Full-time Salary: To be discuss Job Description: We are seeking a reliable and experienced individual to join our household as a Nanny and Housekeeper. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional care to our children while also assisting with household chores and maintaining cleanliness.

Introduction: Are you a compassionate and reliable caregiver/housekeeper looking to make a meaningful difference in the life of an elderly individual? We are a loving family seeking a dedicated individual to provide care and assistance for our cherished mother, who resides in our household. If you have a heart for caregiving and housekeeping, we invite you to join our family and help us ensure the well-being and comfort of our beloved mom. Position Overview: Role: Caregiver/Housekeeper Schedule: 3-4 days a week, 8-hour shifts from noon to 8:00 PM Days: Flexible, but at least one day on the weekend Responsibilities: Elder Care: Providing compassionate and personalized care for our elderly mother, including assistance with activities of daily living (e.g., bathing, dressing, grooming), medication reminders, companionship, and support with mobility as needed. Housekeeping: Performing light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized living environment, including dusting, vacuuming, laundry, and meal preparation. Requirements: Prior experience in elder care and/or housekeeping preferred, but not required. Compassionate and patient demeanor with a genuine desire to help others. Ability to work independently and efficiently. Excellent communication skills and a strong sense of responsibility. Must be reliable, punctual, and trustworthy. CPR/First Aid certification is a plus, but not mandatory. Benefits: Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications. Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability. Warm and welcoming work environment within a caring family setting. Opportunity to make a positive impact on the life of an elderly individual and their family. Potential for additional hours and responsibilities based on performance and needs. How to Apply: If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our family and providing compassionate care and housekeeping assistance to our mom, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, availability, and why you are passionate about this role. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you into our home

We are in search of a dynamic house manager to manage the daily workings of the household, which encompass meal planning and preparation, conducting grocery shopping, and arranging maintenance services. This position requires transportation of children to and from various sports activities, alongside assistance with their academic tasks. While the children are at school, the individual will undertake household errands and manage the home's operational needs, including overseeing the cleaning team and managing seasonal tasks like HVAC inspections. The school year introduces variability in after-school activity schedules, necessitating occasional late pickups, with the timetable finalizing shortly before each season commences. The sports calendar includes hockey (fall/winter and year-round), lacrosse (spring), basketball (spring), and tennis (year-round).

Bilingual English and Spanish is required for both In Home Respite and Community Habilitation Direct Support Professionals. Summary/objective: In Home Respite Direct Support Professional The Respite Support Worker works in the home to support people with moderate to very high support needs. The Support Worker provides direct care and support to people with disabilities in a variety of areas (ADL, meal preparation, light household cleaning, community inclusion, etc.). This may include persons of all ages with developmental disabilities who qualify for Services. Care taking may include providing meaningful interaction and activity for the client and providing protective supervision and/or respite for the family. Job duties/functions: 1. Undertaking health care procedures relating to the person’s personal hygiene, and wellbeing, such as toileting, showering and bathing, helping with dressing and grooming, manual handling, eating, nutrition and health. 2. Provide companionship and support during daily activities. 3. Perform various household tasks including cooking, cleaning, shopping and general services. 4. Encouraging and supporting consumer participation in social and community activities. 5. Maintaining consumer privacy and confidentiality at all times. 6. Maintaining a respectful and supportive working relationship with the client and family members. 7. Ensure the safety and rights of consumers is considered and maintained at all times 8. Write accurate progress notes in the consumer’s file following each occasion of support. 9. Maintain a record of hours worked on the time sheet provided. 10. Adhere to the identified safe systems of work and report any accidents, incidents or hazards promptly to your supervisor. 11. Participate in required training as organized by Sinergia. Required Skills and Abilities: • Strong organization and record keeping skills • Excellent communication, both orally and in writing • Proficient computer literacy • Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities • Advocacy skills • Must possess strong interpersonal skills Required Education & Experience: High School Diploma / GED Preferred Job Summary/Objective: Community Habilitation Direct Support Professional: The Community Habilitation Specialist assist individuals with disabilities in their home and in the community. Community Habilitation is focused on giving individuals the personal, social. and vocational support needed to live in their community. Services vary depending on each. individual’s needs and interests. The Community Habilitation Specialist will work independently to provide life-skills training, role modeling, structured routines and specialized assistance as outlined in each participant’s individual habilitation plan. Job duties/functions: 1. Become certified in CPR and Choking Trainings. 2. Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered atmosphere. The goal is to help the individual towards their maximum independence in all areas of daily living. 3. Follow all specified policy and procedures, for managing behaviors and emergencies. 4. Accompany and advocate for individual when in the community. 5. Act as a role model for individual by appropriate behavior and offering assistance as indicated in Individual Service Plans. 6. Report and document all incidents in accordance with agency guidelines and OPWDD. 7. Accurately complete daily notes at the end of every session. 8. Research and provide assistance in choosing and participating in a variety of meaningful recreational, vocational, and daily living skills. 9. Ensure that the safety and rights of individuals are maintained at all times Required Skills and Abilities: • Good oral and written communication skills • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, residents and their families • Good organizational and teaching skills • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software • Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served • Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served according to HIPPA regulation • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures Required Education & Experience: High school/ GED diploma