CNA / HHA - Full and Part Time and Per Diem

Avita of Needham • Needham, MA

7d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Join the Wellness Team in helping residents live their lives to the fullest by providing essential assistance with daily activities and responding to resident needs. Duties include personal care, meal service, laundry, meaningful conversations, and documenting residents’ conditions and vital signs. The position requires compassion, accurate recordkeeping, teamwork, and compliance with safety, infection-control, ethical, and confidentiality standards. Criminal background screening is required. Candidates must provide valid proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before starting work or commit to becoming fully vaccinated within 30 days of starting, unless granted an approved exemption. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Successfully complete the state competency exam for CNA certification.
• Ability to move and assist residents.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Genuine care and empathy for residents’ well-being.
• Ability to accurately record resident information and vital signs.
• Ability to work with healthcare professionals as part of the Wellness team.
• Ability to follow ethical standards and keep resident information private.
• Complete criminal background screening.
• Provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination before commencing work or commit to obtaining full vaccination within 30 days of commencing work, unless an approved exemption is received.

Responsibilities

• Help residents with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Serve meals and ensure residents receive appropriate nutrition, following dietary guidelines and preferences.
• Manage laundry to maintain clean and comfortable conditions for residents.
• Address residents’ needs promptly and empathetically.
• Work with other care professionals as part of an effective care team.
• Document observations and updates about residents’ conditions and accurately record resident information and vital signs.
• Follow safety rules and infection-control measures.
• Participate in training and education to improve caregiving skills.
• Maintain ethical standards and protect resident privacy.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation; final pay reflects expertise, experience, and dedication.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal days.
• Health insurance for employees and their families.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Ongoing training and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed