About the position
The Caregiver/HHA will report to the Wellness Director. This is a non-exempt, hourly position at Brandywine Living Savoy located on Little Neck Parkway in Little Neck, NY. The role involves assisting residents in all aspects of their daily life as indicated in the resident’s care plan, including personal care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, and activities.
Responsibilities
- Provide resident care to residents that include bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding, as outlined in their care plan
- Maintain the safety, comfort, dignity, and confidentiality of all residents
- Escort residents to meals and activities
- Ensure all assigned residents are clean, neatly dressed and groomed, safe, and fed during assigned shifts
- Document all services provided to your assigned residents during your shift
- Report any change of condition in a resident immediately to your supervisor
Requirements
- Certified and valid NYS Home Health Aid certificate
- Knowledge and experience in working with the elderly population, preferred dementia experience
