Compassionate Home Health Aide

Active Day; La Grange (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Active Day in Kentucky is seeking Personal Care Aides to provide, restore, maintain, and promote the health status of clients through home support, medical monitoring, client transportation services, and assistance with activities of daily living.

Our team members are expected to lead by example - maintaining a positive attitude; being a thoughtful, supportive, productive and dependable co-worker; keeping our members safe; and always working to enhance the health and happiness of the people we

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age for positions not requiring driving.
• At least 21 yrs of age for positions requiring driving.
• Current Home Health Aid and/or CNA certification preferred.
• For positions that involve driving for client (i.e. errands/Dr. appointments): Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation and proof of vehicle registration and insurance are required
• Minimum one-year full-time equivalent experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Prior experience working seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Able to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds; able to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
• Successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides support and assistance for members with activities of daily living and personal care as needed (e.g. arrival and departure, eating, ambulation, transferring, therapies, rest room assistance, etc.).
• Provide home support and assists in maintaining a healthy environment by performing the following duties (i.e: light cleaning, laundry, shopping and home safety).
• Prepare and serve meals and snacks and clear tables; assist with feeding as needed.
• Observe members for change in condition or unusual occurrences. Escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Run errands as needed (i.e. shopping for food, personal items, meet and/or take to appointments)
• Ensure the safety of members by monitoring activities, keeping a sanitary, clutter-free environment.
• Communicate in a positive, courteous and professional manner with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community at large.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.
• Other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned at any time.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA/Home Health Aide certification preferred

Job description

Active Day in Kentucky is seeking Personal Care Aides to provide, restore, maintain, and promote the health status of clients through home support, medical monitoring, client transportation services, and assistance with activities of daily living.

Our team members are expected to lead by example - maintaining a positive attitude; being a thoughtful, supportive, productive and dependable co-worker; keeping our members safe; and always working to enhance the health and happiness of the people we