What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) live in caregiver position at JAIZ Quality Home Healthcare?
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 vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our clients, assisting them with daily activities, and ensuring their comfort and safety. This position requires a commitment to patient care and an understanding of the unique needs of seniors and individuals with developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care tasks, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping duties.
- Document patient observations and report any changes in health status to the supervising nurse or healthcare provider.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect client confidentiality.
- Provide companionship and engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being.
- Support clients with mobility assistance, including transfers and ambulation.
- Follow care plans developed by healthcare professionals tailored to individual client needs.
- Assist clients with medication reminders as directed by healthcare providers.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in caregiving, senior care, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Knowledge of medical documentation practices is a plus.
- Strong understanding of patient observation techniques and ability to identify changes in health conditions.
- Ability to cook nutritious meals that meet dietary restrictions or preferences of clients.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy is essential.
- Excellent communication skills and a compassionate demeanor are required for effective interaction with clients and their families.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate care and support as a Home Health Aide!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $1,800.00 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Surgery
Application Question(s):
- Do you have CPR and First Aid training
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CHHA (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CHHA (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $1,800