On-Call Home Health Aide

Community LIFE; Wilkinsburg (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 18,752 - 26,708; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Job summary

A senior care organization is looking for an On-Call Community Care Aide to assist older adults (age 55+) with daily living activities. The role requires experience working with the elderly, an empathetic attitude, and the ability to respond to changing needs. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a reliable vehicle with a valid driver's license. This position offers competitive pay and flexible shifts in the Wilkinsburg and Homestead areas.

Qualifications

• One or more years of experience with frail/elderly population is required.
• Experience as a personal care aide, CNA, home health aide or nursing assistant is desirable.
• Experience in building relationships with patients and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Assist older adults with activities of daily living.
• Respond quickly to changing circumstances.
• Cover care during the on-call timeframe.
• Maintain a reliable vehicle and valid driver's license.

Skills

Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment

Empathetic and compassionate attitude

Ability to follow verbal and written directions

Ability to cooperate with others

Physical and emotional ability to perform tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Locations: This position covers the Wilkinsburg & Homestead Areas

Shifts Available: 2p-10p Sat & Sun OR 4pm-10pm Wed,Thur OR 6am-2pm Sat & Sun

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 older adults (age 55+) with their activities of daily living (toileting, bathing, dressing, etc) at their place of residence. On-Call CCAs must be comfortable working independently and must be able to quickly respond to changing circumstances. This position requires you to be able to respond to calls and be available to cover care during the on-call timeframe 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 required. 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.