What are the responsibilities and job description for the CareConnect Premier Home Health Assistant position at CareConnect?
We're seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to provide exceptional care to our clients in the Queens area. As a home health aide with CareConnect, you will play a vital role in helping patients maintain their independence and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care services, including bathing, dressing, and grooming, in the comfort of patients' homes.
- Assist with mobility and transfers to ensure patients' safety and well-being.
- Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals, upholding the highest standards of patient care.
- Monitor vital signs and report any changes or concerns to medical personnel, ensuring prompt attention to patients' needs.
- Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and their families, providing a sense of security and trust.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to strict hygiene and sanitation protocols.
Qualifications:
- Certified Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Certified Home Health Aide (HHA)
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations and the importance of patient confidentiality
- Ability to cook simple meals and perform light housekeeping duties as needed
- Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department-approved HHA Training Program or equivalency
- Demonstrated adequate literacy and simple arithmetic skills
- Must be at least 18 years old
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package through 1199 Union, including health, pension, and training fund coverage
- Paid time off and holidays to ensure work-life balance
- Opportunity to participate in rewards system with Ava
- Employee referral program to help grow our team of dedicated professionals
- Immediate assignment to cases, allowing you to make a meaningful impact from day one
Hiring Locations:
- Bronx
- Brooklyn
- Manhattan
- Staten Island
