Per Diem Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Vinfen•Beverly, MA

2d•$19 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide direct service and daily routine and episodic personal care in a complex program model designed to meet the needs of individuals who have both medical needs and developmental disabilities. Provide assistance with activities of daily living and administer medication under Medication Administration Program (MAP) guidelines. Assist program in meeting and maintaining high quality standards and provide value to the clients. Ensure a safe and clean environment. This position may be eligible for a differential pay rate depending on assigned work hours, location, area, or division.

Requirements

Knowledge of developmental disabilities
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues
Ability to accurately and effectively communicate verbally
Ability to accurately and effectively document nursing care provided
Sensitivity to the cultural, religious, ethnic, disability, and gender issues
Knowledge of human, legal, civil rights, community, and other resources
Knowledge of empowerment and self-advocacy techniques
Knowledge of teaching modalities
Ability to balance competing priorities
Ability to make independent judgments and decisions
Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
Knowledge of personal computer applications and equipment
Knowledge of documentation standards requirements
Knowledge and use of different communication and learning styles
Extensive knowledge of formal and informal assessment practices
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A valid driver’s license must be presented at the time of employment.
Incumbents must be at least 21 years of age, have maintained a valid US driver’s license for at least six months, and must be able to pass a driver’s screening background check, which is subject to annual checks.
If driving, must maintain a safe driving record.
If using a personal vehicle, must possess and maintain adequate insurance.
CPR required within two weeks of hire
First Aid required within two weeks of hire
MAP required within 150 days of hire
Safety Care required within 90 days of hire
Current Certified Home Health Aide Certification (CHHA) in state of service required

Nice To Haves

One or two years of job-specific experience in human services field preferred

Responsibilities

Create an environment in which family, friends, and others important in the lives of individuals are welcome, respected, and valued.
Provide assistance with activities of daily living according to each individual’s treatment plan and ISP that includes, but is not limited to, community membership, community relationships, vital signs, laundry, toileting, showering, dressing, shaving, wound care, foot care, skin checks, and passive range of motion exercises, as needed or ordered by primary care provider.
Monitor and observe individuals served for any changes in physical, mental, or emotional status. Report any changes to Program Director.
Store, administer, document, and dispose of clients’ medications consistent with MAP requirements, funding source regulations, and if applicable, company policy. Ensure program compliance with MAP protocols.
Take and document individual’s temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure; and provide skin care, toileting and passive range of motion exercises as ordered by primary care provider.
Assist and/or accompany individual’s in attending regular medical and other appointments.
Act as an advocate for individuals.
Create an environment, including individual’s room and common area, that is safe, clean, welcoming, and respectful to individuals, families, and neighbors. Ensures that environment meets all safety and regulatory standards.
Transport, assist, and accompany individuals served to medical, dental, and other appointments as directed by shift/program manager/administrator.
Work effectively and safely with assistive equipment that includes, but is not limited to, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, and other medical equipment. Maintain individuals served medical equipment and supplies that include, but is not limited to, wheelchairs, walkers, and Hoyer lifts.
Work effectively and safely with medical equipment that includes, but is not limited to, glucometers, nebulizers, oxygen.
Adhere to all company and divisional and program specific policies and procedures, including safe work practices, workers’ compensation, universal precautions, and exposure control. Comply with accreditation and licensing standards, as well as regulations.
Participate in community meetings, trainings, attend supervision meetings, staff meetings, and team meetings as requested.
Assist with orientation of new staff.
Document services provided to individuals as required by Vinfen policy.
Complete all service delivery, MAP, and administrative documentation in a thorough and timely manner.
Contribute to program’s quality improvement goals and objectives.
Use crisis intervention techniques, as necessary. Access on-call back up, when needed.
Ensure maintenance and safety of physical site.
Perform other duties, as assigned.