Home Health Aide

Helio Health • City of Syracuse, NY

23h

About The Position

Helio Health, Inc. is seeking a Home Health Aide for its Aging In Place Program. The role supports the organization’s mission to promote recovery from substance use and mental health disorders and other health issues by helping individuals with activities of daily living and health-related tasks so they can maintain independence and function at the highest level. The aide works with individuals in residential programs and homes, as well as with internal and external community agencies and organizations. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, days, and the pay rate is $22.00 per hour. The position is eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $1,500, in addition to Helio Health’s comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Active Certified Home Health certification.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• One year of health or human services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from the Nursing Team Leader, Team Leader, Clinic/Program Director, and/or Service Director, and keep them informed about workload content and volume.
• Work with individuals/patients in residential programs and homes, and with internal and external community agencies and organizations.
• Deliver quality and safe home health aide services that meet client needs as determined by professional assessment.
• Assist individuals with daily living and health-related tasks.
• Assist with meals by serving and feeding participants as needed and cleaning up after meals.
• Monitor residents’ health, note changes in physical and/or emotional health, and communicate changes to staff and the Supervisor.
• Assist individuals as necessary with medication administration; preparation of complex modified diets; prescribed exercise programs; use of prescribed medical equipment, supplies, and devices; special skin care; dressing changes; and other daily activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including dental and vision coverage for employees and families.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, with no waiting period for accruals.
• Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match.
• Company-paid short-term disability insurance.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Sign-on incentive of up to $1,500.

What This Job Offers

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