Home Health Aide-AIP32802

Institute for Community Living Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Institute for Community Living Inc. is hiring a Home Health Aide to provide compassionate, person-centered care in clients' homes and community settings in Brooklyn, NY.

You will assist with daily living activities, mobility, meals, and safe home environments under RN supervision. The role requires NYS HHA certification; CPR/First Aid preferred; applicants should have at least six months of related experience and be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum six (6) months of related home health care, direct care, personal care, or human services experience preferred.
• Current New York State Home Health Aide (HHA) certification required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Valid New York State Driver's License may be required for certain assignments.
• Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care, and oral hygiene.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including eating, mobility, transfers, ambulation, and maintaining independence.
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary requirements and nutrition plans.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, including laundry, dishwashing, changing linens, and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Observe, document, and report changes in physical condition, mental status, behavior, or home environment.
• Follow individualized care plans and agency policies and procedures.
• Provide medication reminders and monitor medication compliance as directed.
• Escort and accompany consumers to medical appointments, community activities, and other approved destinations.
• Promote consumer dignity, choice, self-determination, and independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely service documentation and reports.
• Report incidents, injuries, abuse, neglect, safety concerns, and emergencies in accordance with agency policy.
• Assist consumers in maintaining a safe home environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards.
• Communicate effectively with consumers, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Adhere to infection control procedures, universal precautions, and health and safety standards.
• Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, and supervisory sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Aging In Place
1070 Myrtle Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA

Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Experience : Minimum six (6) months of related home health care, direct care, personal care, or human services experience preferred.
Certifications/Licenses : Current New York State Home Health Aide (HHA) certification required. Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred. Valid New York State Driver's License may be required for certain assignments.
Work Eligibility : Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Work Location Requirement: Onsite and community-based services delivered in consumers' homes and community settings.

Compensation

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision plans
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, Sick, Mental Health Days and 12 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Learning & Development Opportunities: Educational Leave and Tuition Assistance, Training and Career Development Tracks
• Additional Perks: Commuter Benefits, recognition programs, discount programs, flexible spending plans, voluntary benefits including pet insurance, identity theft insurance, legal plans, and voluntary ancillary benefits.

About the Role

The Home Health Aide (HHA) provides compassionate, person-centered care and support to individuals residing in their homes and community settings. This direct care position assists consumers with personal care, daily living activities, meal preparation, mobility, housekeeping, and community engagement while promoting independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or designated supervisor, the Home Health Aide helps maintain a safe and supportive environment and promptly reports any changes in a consumer's health or well-being.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, skin care, and oral hygiene.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including eating, mobility, transfers, ambulation, and maintaining independence.
• Prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary requirements and nutrition plans.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, including laundry, dishwashing, changing linens, and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Observe, document, and report changes in physical condition, mental status, behavior, or home environment.
• Follow individualized care plans and agency policies and procedures.
• Provide medication reminders and monitor medication compliance as directed.
• Escort and accompany consumers to medical appointments, community activities, and other approved destinations.
• Promote consumer dignity, choice, self-determination, and independence.
• Maintain accurate and timely service documentation and reports.
• Report incidents, injuries, abuse, neglect, safety concerns, and emergencies in accordance with agency policy.
• Assist consumers in maintaining a safe home environment by identifying and reporting potential hazards.
• Communicate effectively with consumers, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Adhere to infection control procedures, universal precautions, and health and safety standards.
• Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, and supervisory sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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