Home Health Aide - The Alice Center Assisted Living
About The Position
The Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a key role in supporting residents' daily care needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position involves assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and basic health-related tasks, while also fostering emotional well-being and maintaining a safe, clean environment. HHAs are expected to follow individualized care plans and adapt to residents’ changing needs, always upholding the hospital’s values of Respect, Efficiency, Accountability, and Caring (REACH). Education & Requirements Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have completed a New York State Department of Health-approved training program, with current certification. They should demonstrate emotional maturity, physical and mental stability, and be able to communicate effectively in English and the predominant language of the residents. Annual participation in 12 hours of in-service education is required. Strong interpersonal skills, a sympathetic attitude, and the ability to follow instructions and maintain records are essential.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Completed a New York State Department of Health-approved training program, with current certification
- Demonstrate emotional maturity, physical and mental stability
- Able to communicate effectively in English and the predominant language of the residents
- Annual participation in 12 hours of in-service education is required
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A sympathetic attitude
- Ability to follow instructions and maintain records
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding assistance.
- Help with mobility, accompany residents to appointments, and assist with medical tasks like catheter care and administering eye drops or suppositories.
- Light housekeeping and laundry are part of the role
- Promote mental alertness through conversation and activities.
- Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions
- Offer emotional support to both residents and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
