Community Care Aide Position - Make a Positive Difference Today!

At Synergy HomeCare, we are committed to providing exceptional home care services. Our mission is to improve the lives of those we serve, and we are seeking a Community Care Aide to join our team. The Community Care Aide position combines the regular responsibilities of a Home Health Aide with additional duties focused on engaging with residents and their loved ones, identifying potential residents in need of care, and serving as a liaison between the agency and the assisted living facility.  The Community Care Aide will work within an assisted living facility, bridging the gap to create and expand conversations concerning patient care, communication, and follow-up.  This role is ideal for someone who has experience as an HHA and wants to apply their knowledge and passion for the field to create a better healthcare mechanism for patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) as required by residents.
  
• Assist with grooming, bathing, dressing, ambulation, and other personal care tasks.
  
• Engage with residents and their loved ones in a friendly and professional manner.
  
• Initiate and participate in conversations to create a positive and supportive environment.
  
• Facilitate and participate in activities to enhance residents' quality of life.
  
• Identify potential residents in need of home care services and communicate this information to the agency promptly.
  
• Assist residents with activities such as carrying & unpacking groceries, provide directions within the community, and support with daily tasks.
  
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with community staff.
  
• Collaborate effectively & seamlessly with the assisted living facility's care team, presenting as an extension of their services.
  
• Be observant and attentive to residents' needs, noting any changes in their condition or need for additional care.
  
• Communicate effectively with agency and community staff to ensure a smooth flow of information.
  
• Maintain a cheerful, professional demeanor at all times.
  
• Present well-groomed and appropriately dressed in accordance with agency and community standards.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid and current New York State HHA certification.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Home Health Aide preferred.
  
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide by 10 and 100. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, American weight measurement, volume, and distance.
  
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to build relationships with residents, their families, and community staff.
  
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English sufficiently to understand and interpret the HHA Plan of Care, document care provided on the HHA
  
• Time and Activity Report, and able to call the agency to report changes and/or issues related to the patient and/or 911 in case of an emergency.
  
• Proven self-starter with the ability to work independently.
  
• Demonstrated ability to identify and address residents' needs proactively.
  
• Strong observational skills with attention to detail.
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive Package: An attractive base salary and benefits package commensurate with your experience.
  
• Career Advancement: Opportunities for professional growth and development within a thriving healthcare sector.
  
• Impactful Work: The chance to make a meaningful difference in people's lives and contribute to the expansion of an essential service.
  

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Caregiver eager to take on a pivotal role within a compassionate team, we encourage you to apply.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, accomplishments, and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

Join us at Synergy HomeCare of Westchester and help us realize our mission of enhancing lives through exceptional care while building a prosperous and rewarding career.

Synergy HomeCare of Westchester is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.