Respite Care/Home Health Aide

Saratoga Ascend; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Medical seeks a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor patients, and coordinate with families and care teams to ensure quality care.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in special needs care, CPR/First Aid certification, TB clearance, and the ability to pass background checks. Compassion, reliability, and strict safety adherence are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in special needs care or a relevant degree/certification.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• TB test clearance and ability to pass background checks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, empathetic demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activities including feeding, dressing, hygiene, and mobility.
• Administer medications and operate medical equipment as needed.
• Provide care for individuals with complex medical conditions.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with families and care teams.
• Ensure safety and compliance with all regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation skills

Empathy

Caregiving excellence

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

CNA/LPN/RN certification

TB test clearance

Job description

Saratoga Medical has a wonderful opportunity for a Respite Care/Home Health Aide in Brooklyn & Manhattan (New York).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily activities including feeding, dressing, hygiene, and mobility
• Administer medications and operate specialized medical equipment (e.g., feeding pumps, suction devices)
• Provide care for individuals with complex medical conditions
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with families and care teams
• Ensure safety and compliance with all regulations

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in special needs care (or relevant degree/certification: CNA, LPN, RN)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• TB test clearance and ability to pass background checks
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, empathetic demeanor

Saratoga Medical Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discharge, compensation or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, religion, color, age (over age 39), sex, national origin, or on the basis of disability if the employee can perform the essential functions of the job, with a reasonable accommodation if necessary.