What are the responsibilities and job description for the HHA - PCA position at AbsolutCare?
Orchard Brooke Living Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide to join our caring and knowledgeable team at our Orchard Park, NY location.
Do you have passion for helping others? Are you looking to work in an exciting and rewarding team environment that lends the opportunity to give back to our community? If so, we want to hear from you!
ABOUT US:
Absolut Care is comprised of 6 senior living facilities located throughout New York State which includes five skilled nursing facilities and one assisted living facility. Our facilities are located in Allegany, East Aurora, Gasport, Orchard Park, Painted Post and Westfield. We offer a variety of services including subacute rehab, long-term care, and hospice.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The successful candidate will have a variety of duties, including but not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Performs various resident care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the residents
- Help patients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing and other daily tasks.
- Perform basic health care services for patients including checking vital signs or administering prescription medication.
- Help with general light housekeeping.
- Make transportation arrangements as needed.
- Work with a nurse, personal care aide, a CNA, nurse aide, nursing assistant, and other caregivers and medical professionals.
- Observe and report on patient condition.
Qualifications
- HHA certification required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Must demonstrate knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents.
- Long term care experience preferred
- Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable
- Strong customer service skills and compassion
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
- FULL-TIME and PART-TIME
SHIFT:
- EVENINGS (3pm-11pm) and OVERNIGHTS (11pm-7am)
RCA Health Care Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic history, national origin, marital status, disability, Vietnam or disabled veteran status or arrest record.