On-Call Home Health Aide

Community Life GmbH; Tarentum (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Community LIFE is seeking an On-Call Community Care Aide (CCA) to support frail, older adults in Tarentum and surrounding areas. You will assist with activities of daily living and personal care at clients' homes, working independently and adapting to changing needs.

A reliable vehicle and PA driver's license are required, with availability during specified shifts. Requirements include a high school diploma and 1+ year experience with seniors (CNA/home health aide preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of verifiable experience with frail/elderly population preferred.
• Experience as CNA / home health aide or nursing assistant desirable.

Responsibilities

• Help frail, older adults with activities of daily living and personal care at residents' homes.
• Respond to calls and cover on-call time frames for designated areas.

Skills

Discretion

Empathy

Written directions

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Emotional stamina

ADL care

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Locations/Shifts: Tarentum and Lower Burrell Areas: Monday-Friday4pm-10pm; and 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm on weekends

Pay Rate:

$16.50/hr. and up (based on experience) Daily Pay is Available!

Summary

The On-Call Community Care Aide (CCA) is responsible for helping frail, older adults (age 55+) with their activities of daily living and with performing personal care services at their place of residence. On-Call CCAs must be comfortable working independently and be able to quickly respond to changing circumstances. This position requires the selected candidate to be able to respond to calls and be available to cover care during the on-call time frame for their designated areas. A reliable vehicle and valid PA driver's license are required.

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience:

One or more years of verifiable experience working with the frail/elderly population is preferred. Experience as a personal care aide, CNA, home health aide or nursing assistant is desirable. Experience working in home care and demonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers in a healthcare or community setting.

Required Skills

• Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Empathetic and compassionate attitude in caring for the elderly.
• Ability to understand and carry out non-technical verbal and written directions, record messages, and keep records.
• Ability to get along well with others and gain the cooperation of the participants.
• Physical and emotional ability to carry out assigned tasks.
• Routine work involving the personal care and program activities of participants.

About us:

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life. Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible. Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.