家事代行員（各種の仕事に従事するもの）
かじだいこういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Domestic Life Support Service Occupations
- Minor : Housekeepers and Domestic Helpers
Summary
A service job that visits homes and performs various household chores such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, and shopping proxy on behalf of residents.
Description
Housekeeping service workers visit the homes of clients such as the elderly or dual-income households and handle a wide range of housework including cleaning, cooking, laundry, ironing, tidying up, and shopping proxy. They are required to respond flexibly to the client's lifestyle and preferences, while also building trust and managing safety. Work styles are diverse, including part-time, dispatched, and freelance, and there is an increasing number of companies offering training for housekeeping skills, manners improvement, and qualification support.
Future Outlook
Demand is expanding due to aging population and increasing dual-income households. Expected to integrate with housekeeping robots and IT services.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Empathetic / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Direct hire / Dispatched employee / Freelance / Part-time / Remote
Career Path
Junior housekeeping service worker → Senior housekeeping service worker → Team leader → Coordinator → Manager
Required Skills
Basic cooking knowledge / Cleaning skills / Customer service manners / Laundry / Time management
Recommended Skills
English conversation / Home appliance operation / Organizing advisor
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary for cleaning and tidying where attention to fine details is required. |
| Communication Skills | To accurately understand customer requests and build trust. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to standing work and moving heavy loads. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Most tasks are standardized, with few opportunities requiring novel ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no need for advanced calculations or numerical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Caregiver initial training
- Housekeeping skills technician
Aliases
- Housekeeper (female)
- Housekeeper (male)
- Housework helper
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- Babysitter
- Care worker
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