What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide position at Home & Health Care Services, inc.?
We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Home Health Aides (HHAs) to provide quality, personalized care to clients in their homes. The ideal candidate will assist clients with activities of daily living, promote safety and independence, and treat every client with dignity, respect, and compassion while following the established care plan and agency policies.
Responsibilities
o Assist clients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transfers, and ambulation.
o Perform light housekeeping, laundry, linen changes, and other household tasks related to client care.
o Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding while monitoring food and fluid intake as directed.
o Assist with positioning, range-of-motion exercises, and safe transfers as outlined in the care plan.
o Observe and report changes in the client's condition, skin integrity, or general well-being to the Nursing Department promptly.
o Measure and record vital signs as directed by the Nursing Supervisor and care plan.
o Follow infection prevention and control procedures and maintain a clean, safe environment.
o Recognize emergencies and follow appropriate emergency procedures.
o Accurately document care provided and submit timesheets and activity sheets on time.
o Maintain client confidentiality and protect client rights, privacy, and personal property.
o Communicate effectively with clients, families, caregivers, supervisors, and other care team members.
o Follow agency policies, procedures, and professional standards, and participate in required training and ongoing education.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have successfully completed a New York State Department of Health and/or New York State Education Department-approved Home Health Aide training program and provide proof of training.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow care plans, recognize and report changes in client condition, and exercise sound judgment.
- Compassionate, respectful, dependable, and committed to providing quality care.
- Must provide proof of a valid driver's license, reliable transportation to and from client assignments, and current automobile insurance.
- Must meet all pre-employment physical examination, health assessment, and immunization requirements.
- Must meet all required pre-employment background checks and applicable criminal history screenings in accordance with New York State regulations.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
· Ability to perform physical tasks, including bending, reaching, lifting, pulling, repetitive movements, and assisting clients with transfers, positioning, and mobility.
· Ability to work in a variety of home environments, including exposure to household cleaning products, dust, pet hair, and varying weather and temperature conditions.
· Willingness to provide care in homes with varying environmental and safety conditions, including homes where clients smoke or where secondhand smoke may be present.
· Ability to work safely and professionally in diverse home settings while maintaining client dignity, comfort, and safety.
What We Value
We value compassion, integrity, teamwork, punctuality, professionalism, and respect for every client's dignity and independence. Our HHAs play an essential role in helping clients remain safe and comfortable in their homes while receiving the care they need.
Join our team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve!
Pay: From $18.65 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $19