What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Care Aide Position - Make a Positive Difference Today! position at Talentuition, LLC?
At Synergy
HomeCare, we are committed to providing exceptional home care services. Our
mission is to improve the lives of those we serve, and we are seeking a Community
Care Aide to join our team. The Community Care Aide position
combines the regular responsibilities of a Home Health Aide with additional
duties focused on engaging with residents and their loved ones, identifying
potential residents in need of care, and serving as a liaison between the
agency and the assisted living facility. The Community Care Aide will work within an assisted living
facility, bridging the gap to create and expand conversations concerning
patient care, communication, and follow-up. This role is ideal for someone who has experience as an HHA and wants to
apply their knowledge and passion for the field to create a better healthcare
mechanism for patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on
assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) as required by residents.
- Assist with grooming,
bathing, dressing, ambulation, and other personal care tasks.
- Engage with residents and
their loved ones in a friendly and professional manner.
- Initiate and participate
in conversations to create a positive and supportive environment.
- Facilitate and
participate in activities to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Identify potential
residents in need of home care services and communicate this information to the
agency promptly.
- Assist residents with
activities such as carrying & unpacking groceries, provide directions
within the community, and support with daily tasks.
- Establish and maintain
positive relationships with community staff.
- Collaborate effectively
& seamlessly with the assisted living facility's care team, presenting as
an extension of their services.
- Be observant and
attentive to residents' needs, noting any changes in their condition or need
for additional care.
- Communicate effectively
with agency and community staff to ensure a smooth flow of information.
- Maintain a cheerful,
professional demeanor at all times.
- Present well-groomed and
appropriately dressed in accordance with agency and community standards.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid and
current New York State HHA certification.
- Minimum of 5 years of
experience as a Home Health Aide preferred.
- Ability to add and
subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide by 10 and 100. Ability to
perform these operations using units of American money, American weight
measurement, volume, and distance.
- Ability to apply common
sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
- Excellent communication
and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build
relationships with residents, their families, and community staff.
- Ability to speak, read,
and write in English sufficiently to understand and interpret the HHA Plan of
Care, document care provided on the HHA
- Time and Activity Report, and able to
call the agency to report changes and/or issues related to the patient and/or
911 in case of an emergency.
- Proven self-starter with
the ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to
identify and address residents' needs proactively.
- Strong observational
skills with attention to detail.
What We Offer:
- Competitive
Package: An attractive base
salary and benefits package commensurate with your experience.
- Career
Advancement: Opportunities for professional growth
and development within a thriving healthcare sector.
- Impactful
Work: The chance to make a meaningful difference in
people's lives and contribute to the expansion of an essential service.
If you are a dedicated and compassionate Caregiver eager to take on
a pivotal role within a compassionate team, we encourage you to apply.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing
your relevant experience, accomplishments, and why you are the ideal candidate
for this role.
Join us at Synergy HomeCare of Westchester and help us realize our
mission of enhancing lives through exceptional care while building a prosperous
and rewarding career.
Synergy HomeCare of
Westchester is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome
candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels. All qualified applicants
will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or
protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on
disability.
