Storey County PO Box 176 Virginia City, NV 89440

Intermittent Part-time Homemaker

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Storey County

Intermittent, Part-time Homemaker

 Class Title:                 Homemaker

Department:              Senior Services

Grade:                        102

Status:                        Less-than part-time (<1,039 hours per fiscal year)

Wages:                        $15.56/hr at Step 1 of 10

Benefits:                     None, except as required by law

FLSA Status:             Non-exempt

Note:  

  • This employment opportunity will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied, from which hiring may occur at any time following a 15-day posting period. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications immediately.

 JOB SUMMARY:  Under general direction of the Senior Services Director or his/her designee, provides homemaker duties for participants. Makes sure homes are clean so seniors can live independently in their homes.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by an employee in this position. Performance of these functions is the reason the job exists. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below:

  • General cleaning to include vacuuming, mopping, and
  • Cleaning bathroom(s), cleaning kitchen, emptying trash, dusting, changing linens and/or washing laundry based on client’s desires determined through person-centered planning.
  • Assist participants in their home environment with simple tasks when necessary, such as watering houseplants, putting laundry away, prepping meals, etc.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all County and Storey County Senior Center (SCSC) policies, procedures, results, and information about participants, clients, or families regardless of setting.
  • Heavy cleaning if the home is unsanitary or severely
  • Follow all SCSC policies, procedures, and OSHA safety guidelines to maintain a safe working
  • Maintain courteous, helpful, and professional behavior on the job and display a willingness and ability to be responsive in a warm and caring manner.
  • Participate in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings; and maintain professional affiliations and any required certifications.
  • Perform other duties as required or requested in a positive and helpful manner to ensure a smooth-running work environment.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of

  • Knowledge of Storey County
  • Knowledge of how to use and maintain position’s equipment and safety
  • Cleaning methods and techniques.

Ability to

  • Ability to read, write, and speak
  • Function independently, have flexibility, and personal
  • Identify and recommend problem
  • Work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Cope with mental and emotional stress related to the
  • Determine what cleaning methods to use.
  • Prioritize what areas of the house to clean first.

 

LICENSING, EDUCATION, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Any combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge and abilities is:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; AND
    • One year of work experience.
  • Possess and maintain a Nevada Driver’s License, clean driving record, and a reliable
  • The ability to pass a criminal background investigation.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

  • Physical Requirements. Full range of body motion including handling and lifting participants, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination; standing, walking, pushing, bending, kneeling, and reaching at arm’s length and overhead in participant’s home for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift/ carry up to 65 pounds and push or pull objects exceeding 150 pounds, using appropriate body mechanics; while cleaning, must be able to hear participants in their home call for help or identify by sound when they might need help. Must be able to give clear verbal directions.  In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.  Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
  • Working Environment. Requires working intermittently outside, unprotected from weather conditions subject to temperatures below 0 degrees or above 100 degrees; exposure to harsh chemicals while cleaning; subject to unpleasant odors; requires working under stressful conditions; moderate pressure to meet scheduled appointments while dealing with frail and confused participants; subject to participants that may have the potential for verbal or physical aggression.

The class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

 NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS

 This position will remain open until filled. Original applications must be received in the Human Resources Office.

Applications are available at:

https://www.storeycounty.org/government/departments/human_resources/application_process.php

OR

Contact Human Resources at 775.847.0968

A full job description is available at:

https://storeycounty.org/government/departments/human_resources/job_description.php

OR

Contact Human Resources at 775.847.0968

 Submit applications to:

Storey County Human Resources

P.O. Box 176

Virginia City, NV 89440

OR

Bring application in-person to:

Storey County Courthouse

Human Resources Department, 1st Floor

26 South “B” Street

Virginia City, NV 89440

STOREY COUNTY IS AN Equal Opportunity Employer

 “In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age disability (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.”

Date(s) of Posting: 1/30/2023 – Open Until Filled