VA Home Caregiver Weekly Pay

MedStar Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring Caregivers/HHA/PCAs to work directly with in-home VA patients in New Haven, CT. This role offers flexible scheduling, the chance to earn PTO, and opportunities for career growth, focusing on personal care and assistance in daily living activities.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Earn PTO while working 32+ Hours

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• Six months experience in home care preferred.
• Access to public transportation or dependable vehicle with a current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with personal hygiene and household functions.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Report observations of the client's condition.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Flexibility

Education

Connecticut Personal Care Attendant Training

Job description

Summary

We are hiring Caregivers/HHA/PCAs to work one-on-one with our in-home VA patients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding area.

• One Patient at a Time


• Earn PTO while working 32+ Hours


• Weekly Pay & Flexible Scheduling


• Starting pay rate: $16.35 per hour

At Almost Family, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families,each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people.You can find a home for your career here.

As CNAs, Aides & Caregivers, you can expect:

• opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.


• flexibility for true work-life balance


• career mobility and growth opportunities

If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your career, this is a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Home and Community Bases Services Aide is a person who provides support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Reports observations of the client's condition to the Agency Director or accounts manager. Notifies the Agency Director immediately if any incidents or accidents occur.


• Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.


• May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including: bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including pericare and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet.


• Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients' personal care.

Education and Experience

Education Desired

Six months experience in home care preferred. Experience in home care preferred.

Access to public transportation OR dependable vehicle with a current driver's license and vehicle insurance.

State Specific Requirements

CT: Must have successfully completed Connecticut Personal Care Attendant Training and post-test for agency based Personal Care Aides as developed by the Connecticut Department of Social Services.

Skill Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client's needs.


• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.


• Able to work independently and multitask with good time management skills.


• Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.


• Able to react to change productively and adapt to changing organizational needs.


• Must possess a strong commitment to the goals, mission, and philosophy of the organization.

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Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

At LHC Group we are proud to offer benefits that support your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Almost Family a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.