Compassionate In-Home Care Assistant (CNA/HHA)

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp.; Guilford (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp. seeks a Client Care Assistant to provide compassionate, in-home care for LIFETIME clients in Guilford, CT.

The role supports clients to stay safely at home by maintaining a clean, safe living space and assisting with daily activities as outlined in each client’s care plan. The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, and the ability to work independently with sound judgment.

Qualifications

• Must have CNA or HHA preferred.
• Valid state issued driver’s license required.
• If not CNA/HHA, a minimum of 2 years of experience providing personal care, preferably in a home setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy.
• Read and follow each client’s care plan and provide outlined services.
• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, skin care, mouth care, and shaving (with electric razor only).
• Ensure the client is clean, comfortable, and dry at all times.
• Plan and prepare meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines and encourage healthy eating; assist with eating as needed.
• Wash the client’s personal laundry and bed linens.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment and eliminate accident hazards.
• Remind the client to take medications at the right time.
• Help client with safe exercise, ambulation, and transferring.
• Supervise and monitor daily activities.
• Perform light house cleaning and keep living areas clean.
• Monitor client status and report changes to supervisor.
• Transport to medical appointments using caregiver or client vehicle.
• Make errands including shopping, post office, and dry cleaners.
• Help client stay in touch with family, friends, and the community.
• Assist with making calls and appointments.
• Participate in reading, games, and activities to maintain mental function.
• Assist with mail sorting and forms.
• Provide care and feeding of pets.
• Organize cupboards, closets, and open areas.
• Keep accurate time, attendance, and task records.

Skills

Trustworthy

Reliable

Team player

Independent worker

Follow written directions

Good judgment

Cooking

Cleaning

Personal care assistance

Homemaking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp. seeks a Client Care Assistant to provide compassionate, in-home care for LIFETIME clients in Guilford, CT.

The role supports clients to stay safely at home by maintaining a clean, safe living space and assisting with daily activities as outlined in each client’s care plan. The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, and the ability to work independently with sound judgment.