Home Health Aide 1 (HHA)

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

35d•$51,800 - $72,515•Onsite

About The Position

The Home Health Aide is a paraprofessional member of the Elders In-Home Services support team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/LPN and Manager. This position performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the client’s needs. The home health aide is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. This position will be supported through continuous training and assigned in a manner which promotes quality, continuity and safety of a client’s care.

Requirements

Culturally relevant experience in care giving role.
Experience working with Elders, within a Tribal community preferrred.
Must maintain a current and valid Washington State Driver's License and provide own transportation with valid insurance coverage.
Must have flexibility to work varying hours/shifts.
Must pass a criminal background check, a drug screen and meet all health and immunization requirements.
Must be able to obtain required certifications within timelines indicated upon hire:
Food Handler’s permit within 30 days of hire.
First Aid, CPR, Blood Borne Pathogens, and Oxygen certifications within 3 months of hire.
Home Health Aide certification through MEIHSS within 6 months of hire.
Successfully passing home care aid exam within a year of hire (license verification upon completion of exam).
Skill in: Active Listening, Service Orientation, Social Perceptiveness, Critical Thinking, Monitoring
Knowledge of: Customer and Personal Service
Ability to: Oral expression, Oral comprehension, Problem Sensitivity, Inductive Reasoning, Integrity, Dependability, Self Control, Concern for others, Attention to Detail
Current and valid Washington State driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provides personal care which may include: Baths, Oral hygiene, Grooming, Changing bed linens, Assisting with dressing and undressing, Assisting with toileting activities, Skin care to prevent breakdown, Keeping client’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
Planning and preparing nutritious meals, following dietary requirements as instructed from care plan; assists in feeding the client, if necessary.
Takes and records clients pulse, temperature, and respiration when required (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
Assists in ambulation and exercise according to care plan.
Performs range of motion or other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service when required (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
Gives clients medication under nurses' or doctors' orders; assists clients in the self-administration of medication.
Accompanies clients to doctors’ office and the hospital to provide assistance
Performs light house cleaning and does laundry, as appropriate.
Assists with applicable errands, such as shopping for food or household supplies.
Meets safety needs of client’s and uses equipment safely and properly (i.e., foot stools, side rails, etc.).
Reports on client’s condition and any significant changes to the assigned nurse.
Provides instruction to clients, emotional support, and companionship.
Adheres to the programs documentation and care procedures; maintains confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Attends all required training, meetings, and/or conferences. Maintains paraprofessional development, through continued education and on-the-job training; maintains required certifications.
Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.