Home Health Aide (HHA) / Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
About The Position
Senior Helpers Westchester is seeking certified Home Health Aides (HHA) and Personal Care Assistants (PCA) to provide compassionate, dependable, personalized in-home care to seniors and adults who need assistance with daily living. Caregivers are matched with clients based on individual needs, schedules, and preferences, and may serve clients throughout Westchester County. The role suits dependable, compassionate caregivers with strong caregiving experience who can accommodate different client schedules and care needs. Caregivers may support seniors with specialized needs, including Alzheimer's disease and dementia, and are expected to provide respectful, reliable care in accordance with individualized care plans and company policies.
Requirements
- Hold an active and valid HHA or PCA certification.
- Have experience providing care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
- Have knowledge and experience with mobility assistance and safe patient transfers.
- Be comfortable assisting clients who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids.
- Be dependable, compassionate, patient, attentive, punctual, and professional.
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Have reliable transportation or access to a personal vehicle and driver.
- Be comfortable using public transportation when necessary.
- Be willing to travel between client assignments.
- Be available for early morning shifts starting at 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM.
- Be willing and available to work weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays.
- Be open to live-in assignments when needed.
- Be flexible and willing to assist with last-minute call-outs and emergency coverage when available.
- Be able to accommodate different shift schedules and assignments based on client needs.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in home care, assisted living, nursing homes, or a similar caregiving environment.
- Experience working with elderly clients and individuals with varying care needs.
- Located in or near New Rochelle, NY, or have convenient and reliable access to the New Rochelle area.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Assist clients with walking, transfers, and mobility, including the use of mobility aids.
- Prepare meals and provide light housekeeping as needed.
- Provide medication reminders within permitted caregiver duties.
- Monitor clients' well-being and report changes or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Follow individualized care plans and company policies.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for clients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
