Janitors/Housekeepers (Kingston & St. Catherine, Jamaica) - HomeMaid

Are you a housekeeper who wants a steady job?

 We're hiring!

We need five (5) janitors/housekeepers who are seeking full-time employment.

Email your resumes to: recruitment@homemaidjm.com or call/Whatsapp us at (876) 397-3818. 

Live-in Housekeeper (Kingston, Jamaica)

 

A live-in housekeeper is required for a family in Kingston, Jamaica.

Job type: Live-in, permanent

Duties:

• Doing laundry (hand washing and machine wash)
• Ironing
• Cleaning
• Cooking (must be able to cook well)
• Minimal child care (hair grooming)

Job Function:

• Rise early to prepare meals
• Supervise children to prepare for school
• Do laundry and ironing
• Thorough cleaning
• Housekeeper gets two (2) weekends off each month

Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• At least five (5) years experience as a helper
• HEART/NSTA Trust level 2 training in Housekeeping or equivalent (negotiable depending on experience).
• Police record and food handler’s permit would be a plus.
• Must have verifiable references
• Between 45 to 50 years old

Pay is $20,000 weekly.

How to apply:

Tel: (876) 357-4372.

Deadline for applications is June 21, 2024.

Live-out caregiver (Bogue, Montego Bay, Jamaica)

 

Live-out position

We are searching for a cheerful caregiver with experience in taking care of babies/children.

Experienced, bright and cheerful caregiver needed for a 7 month old and a 3 yrs old. Assistance with personal care, cooking, and washing.

Requirements:

• Punctual
• Patient
• Child-friendly
• No vulgarity is allowed
• Should be literate (able to read and write)
• Must have over five (5) years experience caring for children
• Between the ages of 40 to 50 years old

Salary is paid fortnightly. To be discussed at the interview.

How to apply:

Contact: (876) 505-6348 / (876) 534-5226.

Deadline for applications is June 30, 2024.

Health Technician (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Health Fund

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of:

Health Technician (Temporary) – Health Promotion & Public Relations Department

ROLE AND CORE FUNCTIONS OF JOB:
Under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, the Health Technician shall have responsibility for
providing assistance with the screening of patients.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Four (4) GCE O’Levels/CXCs including English and a numeric subject
• Ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology
• At least one (1) years’ experience as a Health Technician
• Nurses Aid training would be an asset
• Any equivalent combination of qualification and experience

Required skills and specialised knowledge:

• Excellent Record Management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Time management skills

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours in order to meet stipulated deadlines
• Ensure that all records are kept confidential
• Working at Off Site locations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Enrolled Assistant Nurse (EAN) to conduct screening of patients.
• Maintain record of tests done and results.
• Enter patient data in the database.
• Register participants at NHF outreach events
• Maintain records of reagents/supplies.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse, the Health Promotion & Public Relations Manager or the CEO.

Applicants are invited to submit their application no later than June 19, 2024:
Addressed to:

The Human Resource Department,
NATIONAL HEALTH FUND,
The Towers, 6th Floor, 25 Dominica Drive,
Kingston 5.

Email: vacancies@nhf.org.jm

NB. We appreciate all responses but only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Records Officer (St. Mary, Jamaica) - St. Mary Health Department

The North-East Regional Health Authority, a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Wellness, with responsibility for the management and operation of public health services within the parishes of St. Ann, St. Mary, and Portland is seeking a dynamic, proactive and experienced individual to fill the position of RECORDS OFFICER 1 (PIDG/RIM 2) at the St. Mary Health Department.

Reporting to the Chief Public Health Inspector, the ideal candidate must meet the following minimum:
Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) subjects at CXC/GCE O' Level inclusive of English Language and Mathematics.
• Certificate / Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent would be an asset
• A minimum of two (2) years’ working experience in administration would be an asset.

Required Skills and Specialized Techniques:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• PC (computer) operating skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good time management skills
• Good customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Sorting, typing and filing documents for the department
• Documents burial site inspections and dispatch the information to the respective inspectors in the major
• health districts
• Updating information on the various databases
• Assisting clients with completing the application forms
• Providing information that the clients may require
• Issuing of food handlers and health certificates to clients
• Preparing health cards for barbers, hairdressers and beauty therapists

REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM: Salary Scale: $ 1,711,060 – 2,301,186 per annum

Applications along with detailed resume should be sent no later than Friday, 2024 June 21 to:

The Director,
Human Resource Management & Development
North-East Regional Health Authority
34-38 Ocean Village Shopping Centre,

Ocho Rios, St. Ann

E-mail: jobs@nerha.gov.jm or Fax: (876) 795–2747.

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

House Manager/Cook (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica)

This is a live-out position. 

Location: Richmond Estate, Ocho Rios, St. Ann

Looking for a maid/cook to support the daily living routines of my family. A Spanish bilingual maid is preferred that is motivated and hardworking to work on Monday-Friday.

Saturdays will be done by request of the employer.

Also have details in Spanish to share, as the employer prefers a Spanish speaking employee.

Job duties and details House Manager/Cook:

The employee will do:

• Laundry and making beds
• Cooking 
• Routine cleaning tasks such as cleaning the kitchen, etc
• Put away clothes and a few other household items.
• Provide elderly care support (minimal)
• The employer will pay for morning travel via taxi to work.
• The employer also provides holiday bonuses.
• The salary is negotiable at the interview, if the candidate is a fit.

Experience & Requirements:

• Experience with housekeeping required
• cooking, cleaning and laundry
• Age range: 35 to 45 years old

Salary: $15,000 - $20,000 weekly (negotiable)

Please send a resume and expression of interest to amenmommy719@gmail.com.

Deadline: June 18, 2024.

Home Health Care Aide (Kingston, Jamaica)

WANTED: HOME HEALTH CARE AIDE

Salary: $30,000 JMD per week.

Details:

• Live-in position (Red Hills - Aide gets every other week off)
• Patient is a recovering stroke victim
• Perfect for practical nurse, or anyone with caring experience.
• Food / Lodging / Internet included
• Must be reliable.

Please contact WhatsApp: +1 (954) 736-7958.

School Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - St. Joseph's Teachers' College

St. Joseph's Teachers' College is seeking to fill the vacant position of

School Nurse (HPC/RN2)

Core Duty:

• Caters to the health and wellness of both students and employees

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Displays high level of integrity and professionalism 
• Exhibits flexibility, excellent time management skills and works well under pressure
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision making skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Registered nurse with at least two (2) years experience in public health, general health care or community nursing 
• Bachelor of Science degree in General Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing 
• Current registration with the Nursing Council of Jamaica 

Applications along with résumés should be submitted by email no later than June 30, 2024 to: hr@sjtc.edu.jm

Address applications to:

The Chairman of the Board of Management, 

c/o The Principal, 

St. Joseph's Teachers' College, 

16 Old Hope Road,

Kingston 5.

Salary per annum $4,359,501.00

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Cleaning and Sanitation Attendant (Kingston, Jamaica) - All Smiles Dental Care

 

A cleaning and sanitation attendant is needed for a dental office in Kingston, Jamaica.

Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Practical nurse / medical assistant experience (two (2) years minimum)
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures

Please send resumes to dentalcareerja@gmail.com

Live-in Caregiver (Kingston, Jamaica)

A family of four (4) seeks a teachable, energetic and flexible live-in caregiver for two (2) children (one (1) year old and five (5) year old) in Kingston 8 area to start immediately.

Requirements:

• Childcare experience
• Contact info for past employer (required)
• Age 30-55 years old.
• Must be able to work every other weekend.

Duties include:

• Playing with and caring for children
• Laundry and ironing for children
• Light housekeeping
• Cooking for the family

Salary: 40K per fortnight

Please call/WhatsApp (876) 892-0813.

Live-in nanny (Portmore, St. Catherine, Jamaica)

 

Seeking a live-in nanny for a gated community in Portmore.

Requirements:

• Must be between the ages of 45-55 years old

Please send resume along with references to missbrown1987@hotmail.com.

Salary will be discussed when contacted.
Serious inquiries only please.

Registered Nurse (Kingston, Jamaica) - AIDS Healthcare Foundation

The Nurse is responsible for projecting and integrating the Mission and Core Values of the organization as well as implementation of efficient and timely patient management.

SUMMARY
Supports the diagnosis and treatment of HIV/AIDS and other STI’s and is responsible for the triage area and nurse-station by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE ASSIGNED.

• Ensures timely patient care and efficient and smooth patient flow in the clinic.
• Assists and communicates with medical staff concerning patient care conditions.
• Makes triage decisions using an established protocol.
• Ensures that plans of care are in place and are regularly updated, changes are implemented and that patient records and documentation are maintained and current.
• Participates in the case management of individual patients to ensure the continuum of care.
• Conducts nursing care in a manner reflective of the philosophy of AIDS Healthcare Foundation.
• Educates patient on disease process, safe sex education and medications.
• Complies with safety and infection control standards, sterilization of medical equipment and biohazards waste management.
• Promotes teamwork, good interpersonal relations and communication among staff at the healthcare setting.
• Participates in nursing staff orientation and serves as a clinical resource.
• Provides support to clinical team in dealing with the complex needs of different patients and when reporting or receiving sensitive, complex or contentious information.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as necessary (i.e., assisting other staff at times of critical need, attendance at all assigned committees).
• Conveys complex and sensitive information in a comprehensible and empathic manner.
• Exercises appropriate judgment and good decision-making skills.
• Functions as the liaison with other health and social care professionals to ensure that the coordination, the approach and high quality of care is provided for patients.
• Ensures up to date knowledge of local and national STI and HIV/AIDS treatment guidelines and work accordingly.
• Ensures an enabling working environment free of stigma and discrimination.
• Ensures registration of all patients accessing care at the facility and ensures the development and maintenance of all patient related medical records.
• Ensures the efficient maintenance of the registration and patient waiting areas including the availability of education materials and other supplies required to ensure that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible.
• Administers medications as ordered.
• Reports emergencies to Physician.
• Records all data using appropriate medical record databases.
• Performs and accurately records basic tests including checking vital signs, weight and height; testing urine; glucose and other basic rapid tests.
• Manages patient appointment system.
• Assists with the inventory management of all items required for patient care and report to the Operations Manager any defective equipment or low stock.
• Assist with patient retention in care through missed appointment logs and strict appointment follow ups.
• Prepares all relevant reports as required.
• Participate in outreach and advocacy events outside of working hours.

Other Responsibilities

• Assist with special assignments as instructed by the Caribbean Regional Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The incumbent must be in good standing with current knowledge of STI/AIDS/HIV infections and STI/AIDS/HIV treatment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of Jamaica and possess current certificate of registration.
• Strong clinical nursing skills and judgement.
• Training and skills to performing phlebotomy, HIV/Syphilis Rapid Tests.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related medical and patient care issues.
• Knowledge of ARVs and STI drug therapies.
• Knowledge on key population specificities and vulnerabilities.
• Respect for patient’s confidentiality and having a compassionate approach to their needs is required.

COMPUTER/SOFTWARE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Computer and Internet skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and any knowledge of digital medical database is an added advantage.

NECESSARY SKILLS

• Possess an amicable personality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply critical thinking and nursing skill.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PARTICIPATION IN AHF GLOBAL MEETINGS & COMMITTEES

• Upon request by Caribbean Regional Director.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises support and volunteer staff at the medical centre, including receptionists with regards to patient’s follow ups.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Clients and families
• Physicians
• Other section managers
• Ancillary and Support Services

PROBLEMS & KEY FEATURES

• Unpredictable census and acuity
• Staff shortages
• Unforeseen events
• Difficult interactions with staff and clients

To learn more go to LINK

Interested individuals are invited to submit their applications and résumés with references to: AHFJamaica@aidshealth.org 

 

Live-in nanny/helper (Manchester, Jamaica, W.I.)

 Live-in nanny/helper is needed in Manchester.

Salary is 17000 weekly. Week on and off.

Summary:

A person must be willing to sometimes work a couple days this week then the remaining days the other week with the same salary, but additional fare will be given. Must be willing to work on weekends if needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A mature woman over 35 years is preferred. However, if maturity, knowledge and experience exists, willing to interview applicants under 35 years old
• Must have at least three years experience as a domestic helper and also dealing with children
• Person must be loving, kind, gentle and be able to cook, clean and wash.
• Person must also be able to style little girls’ hair for school and enjoys organising and cleaning. If you don’t clean well and don’t love children, please do not apply.
• Two meals per day is included in the package. Applicant will get their own room and bathroom. Applicant is not required to work at nights.
• Applicant must be honest
• God fearing, trustworthy and be an all rounded person that can “run” a home with kids.
• A well mannered and good principled person is desired for this position.
• Must be willing to take instructions and carry out same effectively.
• A vulgar or loud person is not wanted.

If you are serious and interested, please contact (876) 580-4203.