Home Health Aide

Affirmed Home Care, Inc.; Saint James (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Affirmed Home Care, Inc. in St James, NY seeks an HHA to assist clients with daily activities, promoting comfort, safety, dignity and independence. Pay is $19.65 per hour and schedule is as assigned.

Responsibilities include helping with ADLs, mobility, meals, light housekeeping, companionship, medication reminders, and reporting changes to the care team. Valid NY HHA certificate and at least 1 year of experience are required, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State HHA Certificate required.
• Minimum 1 year of HHA experience required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming and personal hygiene.
• Provide mobility, transfers, and ambulation support as needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry related to the client's care.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Remind clients to take medications as directed by their healthcare provider.
• Observe and report changes in the client's condition to the supervisor or care team.
• Follow the client's care plan and agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment and protect client privacy.

Education

New York State HHA Certificate

Job description

Home Health Aide (HHA) – St James, NY

Pay:$19.65 per hour
Location:St James, NY
Job Type:Home Health Care
Schedule:As assigned

The HHA will assist clients with daily activities while promoting their comfort, safety, dignity, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
• Provide assistance with mobility, transfers, and ambulation as needed.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry related to the client's care.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Remind clients to take medications as directed by their healthcare provider.
• Observe and report changes in the client's condition to the appropriate supervisor or care team.
• Follow the client's care plan and all agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for the client.
• Respect client privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Valid New York State HHA Certificate required.
• Minimum 1 year of HHA experience required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.