HOMEMAKER SERVICES COORDINATOR

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Homemaker Service Coordinator will assist eligible adults who live alone with a Homemaker Provider. The

Homemaker Service Coordinator is responsible for reviewing, revising, implementing and assessing the

Homemaker Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Review and revise all administrative procedures and guidelines for the Homemaker Program.

 Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation instruments for the Homemaker and clients.

 Develop and implement training component for all Homemaker personnel.

 Develop and implement a reservation wide referral system with all affected agencies including Tribal, Bureau

of Indian Affairs and Indian Health Services.

 Coordinate with the Adult Protective Services to develop referral and networking systems.

 Assume a portion or all Homemaker cases for review and disposition.

 Develop a handbook outlining the Homemaker Program.

 Assist in recruitment, certification, and monitoring of homemakers and clients.

 Maintain an efficient filing system and continued maintenance of such files.

 Maintain a timely schedule of payment to homemakers.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 Knowledge of administrative practices and understanding of programmatic system, including procedural,

implementation and assessment areas.

 Knowledge of Native American families and their problems.

 Knowledge of assessing Social Services agencies in reservation areas.

 Knowledge of effective supervisory practices and team building techniques.

 Knowledge of modern office equipment and business practices.

 Ability to identify and analyze problems, develops and presents solutions, and oversees implementation.

 Ability to understand the dynamic of aging process as it related to the care of the elderly.