Client Care Assistant- Home Health

Yale New Haven Health • Guilford, CT

9d

About The Position

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Client Care Assistant provides caring and competent in-home care to help LIFETIME clients remain safely in their homes by maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment. The Client Care Assistant provides care and support in order to keep the client at the optimal level of physical and mental function at home.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Candidates who are not certified as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) must have a minimum of 2 years of experience providing personal care, preferably in a home setting.
• Valid state issued driver's license required.
• Is trustworthy, reliable, and enjoys helping people and is able to work as a team player.
• Can work independently of regular direct supervision and follow written directions.
• Can use sound judgment while adhering to all company policies and guidelines.
• Ability to cook, clean, and perform all household tasks.
• Ability to provide personal care assistance and homemaking as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Home Health Aide (HHA) certification or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy.
• Read and follow each client's care plan and provide outlined services.
• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, skin care, mouth care, and shaving (with electric razor only).
• Ensure the client is clean, comfortable, and dry at all times.
• Plan and prepare meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines and encourage the client to eat a healthy diet. Assist with eating when necessary.
• Wash the client's personal laundry and bed linens.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment that eliminates accident hazards.
• Remind the client to take the correct medication at the right time.
• Help client with safe exercise, ambulation, and transferring.
• Supervise and monitor daily activities.
• Perform light house cleaning including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and keeping all living areas clean.
• Monitor client's status and report changes to supervisor. Keep the supervisor informed of the care being provided and any questions or issues that arise.
• Transport and accompany the client to medical appointments using the caregiver's vehicle or the client's vehicle upon the client's request. Make sure all follow-up tests or appointments are scheduled and completed.
• Does errands including shopping, going to the post office, and dry cleaners.
• Help the client stay in touch with family, friends, and the community.
• Assist with making phone calls and appointments.
• Participate in reading, games, and other activities to help the client maintain mental function.
• Assist with mail sorting and filling out forms.
• Provide care and feeding of pets.
• Organize cupboards, closets, and open areas.
• Keeps accurate time, attendance, and task records using telephony to clock in and out or activity sheets when appropriate.
• Other duties as outlined in Client Care Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees