What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide position at EmmUcare Home Health?
Job Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aides to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. As a Home Health Aide, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety while promoting their independence. Your work will directly impact the quality of life for seniors and individuals with health challenges, including those requiring dementia and hospice care.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding as needed, ensuring nutritional needs are met.
- Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
- Monitor client health by observing changes in condition and reporting any concerns to healthcare professionals.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including lifting clients safely when necessary.
- Support clients in engaging in social activities or hobbies that promote mental well-being.
- Maintain accurate records of services provided and communicate effectively with family members and healthcare teams.
Skills
- Experience or training in home health care systems is preferred.
- Strong skills in patient observation to identify changes in client conditions.
- Knowledge of dementia care techniques to assist clients effectively.
- Ability to provide compassionate senior care with patience and understanding.
- Familiarity with hospice care practices is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Physical stamina to assist clients with mobility needs, including lifting when necessary.
- Attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and organization within the client's home.
If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference in their lives, we encourage you to apply for the Home Health Aide position today!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $14.55 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
Ability to Commute:
- Mount Jewett, PA 16740 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mount Jewett, PA 16740: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15
