HHA - Gah

Glenmeadow • Longmeadow, MA

24d

About The Position

Glenmeadow At Home, Glenmeadow’s homecare agency, is seeking a dedicated and caring HHA to assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). The role includes helping with bathing, dressing, and grooming; monitoring residents’ health and reporting changes to nursing staff; maintaining a clean, safe, home-like environment; and building meaningful relationships with residents and their families. The employee must follow Glenmeadow procedures and policies, as well as state regulations.

Available schedules include full-time shifts of 32 hours per week with every other weekend, part-time shifts of 24 hours per week with every other weekend, and per-diem shifts. Each schedule may be available for 7 a.m.–3 p.m., 3 p.m.–11 p.m., or 11 p.m.–7 a.m. Compensation is $17.80 per hour.

Requirements

• Valid CNA, PCA, or HHA certification in Massachusetts.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Compassionate, patient, and dedicated approach to resident care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Knowledge of infection control and Universal Precaution procedures.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, elders, family members, visitors, and the public.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to adapt, manage time, and handle changing priorities.
• Sound judgment, initiative, and respect for diversity.
• Basic computer and technology use.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and resident dignity.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds and assist during falls.
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, and reach.
• Visual depth perception.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in assisted living, long-term care, or a similar setting is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Monitor residents’ health and report changes to nursing staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and home-like environment for residents.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and their families.
• Follow Glenmeadow procedures, policies, and state regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED