Certified Home Health Aides

Live Long Well Care•Carmel, IN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Live Long Well Care is seeking Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) for both part-time and full-time positions. This role involves providing personal care and companionship to seniors in their homes. The position offers day and night shifts, with some weekend availability. CHHA certification is a mandatory requirement. A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are necessary, as services will be provided to clients within a 30-mile radius of the branch. A current smartphone (Android or iPhone) is required for electronic documentation of time, attendance, care tasks, and communication. Live Long Well Care emphasizes an enriching and fulfilling work environment, where team members contribute to clients maintaining their independence.

Requirements

CHHA Certification is required.
Must be able to work some weekends.
Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
Must have an up-to-date smartphone for the electronic viewing and capture of Time and Attendance, Care Tasks, and Communication.
High school graduation or GED required.
Must have successfully completed a certified home health aide program.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to work with minimal or close supervision.
Must conduct all business with a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.
Must pass competency testing on hire and ongoing for the basics of, but not limited to: Meal preparation, housekeeping, infection control, safety in the home, proper handling of emergencies, transportation, dog walking and care.
Must have an updated Android or iPhone smartphone device.
Current listing with no substantial finding on state Aide Registry, as state appropriate, if applicable.
Possess the physical ability to perform job-related duties which may require lifting, standing, bending, transferring, stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, pulling and the ability to provide partial or complete assistance with non-personal activities of daily living, without assistance from another healthcare worker, or significant other.
Ability to work in time-sensitive or stressful situations.
Sit in a chair/stand for extended periods.
Eligibility to drive on company business and a satisfactory driving record required.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in a similar position desired.
Two years’ experience working with the elderly desired.

Responsibilities

Provide general assistance and care to patient/clients in accordance with the non-personal care plan.
Plan meals, purchase food and household supplies, and prepare and serve nutritious meals.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the patient/client and family.
Perform housekeeping activities such as washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen, and laundering clothes and bed linens.
Provide companionship to the patient/client as required.
Give medication reminders.
Perform other duties, such as transportation of the independent patient/client, when directed by the supervisor.
Accurately and thoroughly document services provided in accordance with agency policy.
Immediately report any changes in patient/client’s needs, condition, or incidents to the supervisor.
Establish and maintain effective communication and a professional relationship with patient/clients/families and co-workers.
Participate in case conferences as appropriate.
Maintain and enhance skills through attending appropriate staff development programs.
Fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality.
Maintain a cooperative manner towards patient/client/family members and the healthcare team.
Listen and respond to patient/client’s needs in a sensitive and timely manner.
Assist the supervisor by providing feedback regarding the non-personal care plan.
Participate in Quality Assessment and Improvement activities.
Attend, participate in, and/or conduct internal staff development programs, and obtain continuing education.
Maintain and enhance clinical practice skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Maintain strict confidentiality of Agency proprietary and business information.
Report for work on time and prepared to assume duties.
Adhere to company dress code.
Record work accurately and legibly.
Follow policy for reporting sick or absent.
Schedule all time off with supervisory approval.
Vary work schedules to meet Agency needs.
Adhere to company policy, procedure, and processes.
Respond to internal and external customers in a professional and friendly manner.
Offer assistance as needed or direct individual to appropriate resources with proper follow through.
Wear ID badge in a visible location, if required.
Comply timely with all requirements related to risk management, safety, infection control, TB screening, security, and fire.
Provide a safe environment for clients, employees, and others.
Assume responsibility for all mandatory in-services, certification, and/or licensure, competencies, etc.