Household Helper
かじてつだい
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Domestic Life Support Service Occupations
- Minor : Housekeepers and Domestic Helpers
Summary
A profession that assists with general daily household chores in homes. Handles a wide range of housework such as cleaning, laundry, cooking assistance, shopping proxy, etc., to support the client's lifestyle.
Description
Household helpers visit private homes, elderly households, child-rearing families, and various other homes to proxy or assist with daily chores. Tasks include cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, shopping proxy, organizing, etc., and require flexible responses tailored to the client's lifestyle and needs. The work involves a lot of physical labor, so stamina is essential, along with attention to cleanliness and hygiene, and communication skills that respect privacy. Various work styles are available, such as freelance as a sole proprietor, dispatch, or contract work, and demand is growing with the aging society and increasing number of dual-income households.
Future Outlook
Demand is steadily expanding due to the aging society and increase in dual-income households. Diversification of housework proxy services and growing demand for specialized skills are also expected.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Others / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Work / Direct Commute / Part-time Available / Short Hours Available
Career Path
Household Helper Staff → Housework Proxy Leader → Service Coordinator → Independent Entrepreneur (Freelance)
Required Skills
Cleaning Skills / Ingredient Preparation / Laundry / Schedule Management
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Elderly and Child Care / Communication Skills / Hygiene Management Knowledge / Organizing and Storage Advisor
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to respond flexibly to customer requests. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to avoid missing dirt or stains. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and physical tasks. |
| Planning & Organization | High planning ability is required to efficiently carry out household chores. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work consists mostly of routine tasks. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is almost no numerical work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work is often done independently. |
Aliases
- Household Assistant
- Housekeeper
- Housekeeping Helper
Related Jobs
- Babysitter
- Elderly Care Helper
- Housekeeper
- Housework Proxy Staff