HHA/PCA Newburgh Evergreen

Always Compassionate Health • Newburgh, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Always Compassionate Health is seeking caring, dependable New York State-certified Home Health Aides (HHAs) and Personal Care Aides (PCAs) to support clients in their homes. Caregivers follow each client’s individualized Plan of Care and help clients remain comfortable, safe, and as independent as possible. Opportunities include traditional home care, NHTD and TBI cases, and live-in assignments, with schedules intended to fit different availability and experience levels.

The position involves providing personal care, mobility support, meal assistance, light housekeeping, companionship, and other authorized support. Caregivers observe and report changes in clients’ condition or behavior, maintain accurate documentation, and communicate with clients, families, nurses, coordinators, and other care-team members. Compensation starts at $18.65 per hour and may vary by location, assignment, specialty, experience, credentials, applicable contracts, budget, and internal equity. Benefits and paid time off are available to eligible employees. Always Compassionate Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Hold New York State Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide certification, as applicable.
• Be compassionate, patient, and respectful.
• Be dependable and trustworthy.
• Have good communication and listening skills.
• Be comfortable working independently in a client’s home.
• Be able to follow an individualized Plan of Care and agency policies.
• Maintain professional appearance and conduct.
• Be comfortable working with elderly individuals, people with disabilities, and clients with varying healthcare needs.
• Depending on assignment, be able to assist with client transfers, repositioning, and mobility; lift up to 50 pounds when required; and bend, stoop, stand, and move throughout a client’s home.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Safely perform the essential responsibilities outlined in the client’s Plan of Care.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with TBI, NHTD, rehabilitation, behavioral health, or community-based care is a plus, but is not required for every case.

Responsibilities

• Follow each client’s individualized Plan of Care and agency policies.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and other personal care needs.
• Help clients walk, transfer, reposition, and move safely around their homes.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding, and help maintain proper nutrition.
• Provide light housekeeping and help keep the home clean, comfortable, and safe.
• Provide companionship, encouragement, and emotional support.
• Help clients maintain as much independence as possible.
• Remind clients to take medications as directed in their Plan of Care.
• Assist with approved errands and community activities.
• Support clients participating in NHTD and TBI waiver programs when assigned.
• Use approved medical supplies and equipment when appropriate.
• Assist with treatments or therapy activities when ordered and authorized.
• Observe clients and report changes in condition or behavior to the appropriate clinical team.
• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.
• Communicate with clients, families, nurses, coordinators, and other care-team members.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling.
• Live-in case opportunities.
• NHTD and TBI case opportunities.
• A variety of cases and schedules.
• Support from experienced recruitment, coordination, and clinical teams.
• Opportunities to grow experience in home healthcare.
• Benefits and paid time off for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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