What are the responsibilities and job description for the URGENT Home Health Aide (HHA)/Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Needed position at Right at Home Albany?
We are looking for competent Home Health Aides or Personal Care Aides to fill openings in Schenectady, NY. The ideal candidate will possess 6 months experience as HHA/PCA in a home care setting. If you’re a compassionate, positive person who isn’t afraid to work hard, then this is a job for you. We expect our HHAs/ PCAs to be polite and good communicators. Experience in caring for dementia clients will make you a strong candidate for the PCA/HHA postition.
Benefits for the Home Health Aide (HHA)/ Personal Care Aide (PCA)
- Shifts starting from $17.55 an hour
- Thoughtful pairing of caregivers and clients
- PAID TIME OFF for Part Time and Full Time Employees
- Pay increases for specialized cases & distances
- Weekend differential pay
- WEEKLY pay with direct deposit
- Nurse on staff to assist with training & specialization, ongoing training opportunities
- Flexible scheduling for a great work life balance
Requirements of the HHA/PCA
- Reliable mode of transportation
- High School diploma or equivalent
- HHA or PCA Certification
- Valid Driver's License
- Have Compassion, Reliability, Trustworthiness, and Honesty
Responsibilities of HHA/PCA
- Provide Personal Care Activities: personal hygiene, showering, dressing, meal preparation, ambulation (ADLs) support for patients.
- Prepares supportive conversation and activities for elderly patients based upon a nursing care plan.
- Provide companionship for clients including accompanying them on walks, social trips, assistance with hobbies and errands.
- Be a valuable member of the care team to support the client in their home.
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