Certified Home Health Aide

AtlantiCare; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Description Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a home health aide training program meeting national standards required.
• Home Health Aide certification in the State of New Jersey required.
• BLS required within 30 days from date of hire or transfer.
• Valid NJ driver's license, valid registration and insurance required.
• Safe driving record also required.
• Minimum 1 year working with the frail or elderly.

POSITION SUMMARY

The PACE LIFE Program Home Health Aide provides and assists participants with activities of daily living, restorative and supportive care necessary to the preservation of the home environment. This position also reports the health status and provides a safe environment for the participants. The Home Health Aide ensures that patient care is in accordance with the plan of treatment assigned by the primary nurse, and complies with other established standards.

This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of a home health aide training program meeting national standards required.
• LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Home Health Aide certification in the State of New Jersey required. BLS required within 30 days from date of hire or transfer. Valid NJ driver's license, valid registration and insurance required. Safe driving record also required.
• EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year working with the frail or elderly. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents will be trained and expected to develop skills within 30-60 days from hire date.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the technical competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires effective work within an interdisciplinary team in an Adult Day Health Center and primary care clinic environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperatures. Incumbents must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range, communicate effectively with staff, vendors, and clients, and be able to lift/carry up to 30 pounds using proper body mechanics.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to department leadership.

The above reflects the general functions of the job and is not a detailed work requirement list.