Job Description
- Candidates needed for shifts in Elmwood Park, NJ must have experience in homehealth/home care or any related fields.
- Pay is determined by experience and ranges from $19.00 to $21.00/hr.
- Paid time off
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training and orientation
- Supportive environment
- Bonuses and referral pay
- Bi-weekly direct deposit
- Mobile timesheet delivery
- Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly and disabled patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
- Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
- Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
- Assist with social activities and mental stimulation, such as crafts, baking, coloring
- Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
- Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
- Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary
- Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
- Experience with dementia/Alzheimer's care preferred, but not required
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
- Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
- Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
- Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
- Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
- Supportive and compassionate
- High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
- Take pride in providing high quality care
- Hoyer Lift Experience preferred, but not required (specific to client)