Home Health Aide

About the role

The primary purpose of your job position is to assist with transporting PACE/LIFE participants to and from the PACE/LIFE Center and to other appointments. To promote safety and comfort of participants while waiting for transport or appointments.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with drivers and the center, providing relevant information regarding status of appointments, participants and any problems or issues.
• Provide personal care assistance that will maintain the independence of the participant to conduct activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming.
• Aid in the maintenance of physical activity, exercise, and walking.
• Provide nursing care as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with the policies and procedures of the PACE Organization.
• Responsible for participant safety, identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action as able.
• Provide behavioral supervision or support for participants, such as reality orientation, reminder to follow through with nursing and medication instruction, diet restrictions, and emotional reassurance.
• Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping.

Requirements

• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge obtained through a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Transportation and human services experience preferred.
• CPR trained or willing to be trained.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge obtained through a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Transportation and human services experience preferred.
• CPR trained or willing to be trained.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing preferred.

Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of PACE program operations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills for accessing patient records and scheduling.

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance
Short and long-term disability
403b
Generous paid time off
Mileage reimbursement
Comprehensive orientation

Pay

-16.94-22.87

Schedule

Day Shift