Health Aide ESP

Harbor Health Services, Inc.•Brockton, MA

3d•$18 - $26•Hybrid

About The Position

Harbor Health operates two Elder Service Plan Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, a program that allows frail elders to live in their homes and communities. Our Elder Service Plan has two medical and day centers in Mattapan and Brockton, MA and cares for more than 580 participants. We are currently seeking a Health Aide to join our team to provide in center and home care services. Harbor Health offers an excellent, comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability insurance, 403b Savings Plan, Generous Paid Time Off plus 11 additional Holidays and much more! Role: The Health Aide provides personal care and supportive services to geriatric participants of the Elder Service Plan (ESP) PACE Program in both the PACE Adult Day Health Center and in participants’ homes. Under the supervision of the Homecare Coordination Supervisor or Site Director, the PACE Aide delivers high-quality, person-centered care that supports participants’ physical, emotional, and social wellbeing across settings. This is a dual-role position requiring flexibility, independent judgment, and the ability to reliably travel between the center and participant homes throughout the assigned workday.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Home Health Aide Certification, Current Certified Nurse Assistant or Personal Care Assistant Certification required
Current BLS (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers) Certification.
One year of experience working with a Geriatric population is required
Competency and command of the English language; must be able to read, write, speak and follow directions.
Proven ability to to resolve problems creatively
Demonstrated ability to follow directions; directions may be provided verbally or in written format
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must possess think critically in order to solve problems recognize potential changes in the client from their usual state
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be able to travel to and from site and patients homes in a timely manner and work occasional evenings, weekends or holidays

Nice To Haves

two or more years of experience with geriatric clients, preferably in a home setting preferred.
Coursework in gerontology preferred

Responsibilities

Provides personal care assistance including ADLs, hygiene, dressing, toileting, and mobility support.
Assists with meals, feeding, and hydration monitoring.
Escorts and assists participants with mobility needs, including wheelchair transport (up to 350 lbs.).
Escorts participants to medical appointments within and outside of the center.
Supports therapeutic and recreational programming as directed.
Collaborates with nursing staff on participant assessments; identifies and communicates changes in condition.
Assists in daily clinic operations and maintains a safe, clean participant environment.
Attends interdisciplinary team morning huddles and care plan meetings. Receives and executes referrals for home-based services as assigned.
Provides personal care in the home including ADLs, skin care, nutrition support, light housekeeping, and laundry per the participant’s plan of care.
Adheres to participant schedules and individualized care plans.
Communicates regularly with the Home Care Nurse and Homecare Nurse Manager regarding participant status.
Builds trusting, professional relationships with participants and family members.
Uses clinical observation skills to recognize and report changes in participants’ physical or cognitive condition.
Must be able to travel reliably between the PACE Center and participant homes as assigned during the workday.
Completes all required trainings by due date and attends monthly staff meetings.
Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
Performs other related duties as assigned. Must be able to travel to and from multiple patients’ homes and the work site in a timely manner.