Certified HHA/PCA
About The Position
The Home Health Aide (HHA) provides personalized, non-medical care and daily living assistance to clients in their homes in Staten Island, NY. The role supports clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, meal assistance, mobility, and other daily activities, while promoting comfort, safety, dignity, and independence. The HHA works under the direction of a supervising nurse or care coordinator and communicates changes in a client’s condition to the care team. The goal is to deliver compassionate, reliable care that helps clients maintain their quality of life at home. The Staten Island Workforce1 Career Center is partnering with International Home Care Services of New York, a home healthcare agency based in Rego Park, NY. The agency provides personalized care and support to seniors, individuals with disabilities, and others who need assistance at home. It emphasizes independence, dignity, well-being, cultural sensitivity, quality service, respect, and patience, and offers caregiver training in a supportive work environment. The position is located in Staten Island, NY. Pay is USD $22.19 per hour. New hires must attend a one-day orientation before beginning work on cases. Flexible availability is required, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- Active New York State Home Health Aide (HHA) certification.
- Ability to assist with personal care, mobility, meals, and daily living activities.
- Comfort working in clients’ private homes and providing personal care in a home-based setting.
- Strong communication skills, compassion, and dependability.
- Ability to work independently.
- Knowledge of safety, infection control, and fall prevention.
- Ability to perform the physical duties associated with assisting clients safely.
- Must attend a one-day New Hire Orientation to begin working on cases.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
- Required documents and records: active HHA/PCA certificate; valid NYS ID (driver’s license or passport); original Social Security card and I-9 documents; medical insurance card; two professional work-related reference letters; physical exam and drug screen/lab report from within the last 6 months; and PPD test from within the last 12 months.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in home care, caregiving, or a related healthcare setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Prepare meals, provide feeding assistance, and support proper nutrition and hydration.
- Assist clients with walking, mobility, transfers, and positioning while following safe handling procedures.
- Monitor and report changes in clients’ physical condition, behavior, or overall well-being to the supervising nurse or care coordinator.
- Provide medication reminders and other permitted assistance in accordance with the client’s care plan and agency guidelines.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment while following infection control and fall prevention practices.
- Offer companionship and emotional support while respecting each client’s privacy, dignity, cultural background, and independence.
- Follow individualized care plans, document care provided as required, and communicate effectively with family members and the care team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
