What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Aide (HHA) position at Sequoia Home Health and Hospice?
Hospice Aide (HHA)
Sequoia Hospice East Bay – Contra Costa County, CA
Pay Range: $24.00 – $28.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
About Sequoia Hospice East Bay
At Sequoia Hospice East Bay , we are passionate about delivering life-changing service to our patients and their families. Serving a uniquely diverse community, we take pride in providing individualized, compassionate care that honors the dignity and unique needs of every patient.
Our mission is to ensure a smooth and safe transition home while offering comfort, support, and respect during life’s most meaningful moments. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for dedicated and compassionate Hospice Aides (HHAs) to join our team and make a lasting impact.
Position Summary
As a Certified Hospice Aide (HHA) , you will be a vital member of our interdisciplinary care team, working under the supervision of a registered nurse to provide personal care and support to patients in their homes. You’ll help ensure comfort, dignity, and safety for patients during their end-of-life journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and skin care.
- Assist with ambulation, exercise, and range-of-motion activities as directed.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals; assist with feeding as needed.
- Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) when ordered.
- Support patients with self-administration of medications.
- Maintain a clean and safe living environment for patients.
- Perform light housekeeping and laundry duties as appropriate.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Attend interdisciplinary case conferences and contribute to care planning.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to agency standards.
Qualifications
- Active California Home Health Aide Certification.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Empathy and compassion for patients and families.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance.
- Physical ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients; prolonged standing and walking required.
Why Join Sequoia Hospice East Bay?
We live by our CAPLICO Core Values :
- Celebration
- Accountability
- Passion for Learning
- Love One Another
- Intelligent Risk Taking
- Customer Second
- Ownership
At Sequoia, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and empowers you to make a meaningful difference. If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and want to be part of a growing hospice team, we’d love to hear from you!
Sequoia Hospice East Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
Salary : $24 - $28
