Job Description
Job Description
Overview:
Our client is seeking compassionate and dedicated Health Aide to provide essential care to individuals in their homes and our clients residential houses. As an Aide, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for clients by assisting with daily living activities and ensuring their comfort and safety. This position requires a caring demeanor, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently while following care plans.
Responsibilities :
- Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance.
- Administer medications as prescribed and monitor clients for any side effects or changes in condition.
- Support clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities- providing companionship and engaging them in meaningful activities.
- Aid individuals with disabilities in their daily routines, promoting independence while ensuring safety.
- Maintain accurate records of client care and report any changes in health status to the supervising nurse or healthcare professional.
- Assist with meal preparation and ensure clients receive proper nutrition.
- Help clients with mobility issues by providing assistance during transfers and ambulation.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
Qualifications:
- Must be MAP certified
- Pass background check, fingerprint and drug screening
- Previous experience in home community care, assisted living, or nursing home settings is preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare systems is beneficial.
- Familiarity with medication administration protocols is required.
- Experience providing care for individuals with disabilities is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Must be reliable, compassionate, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Certification as a Home Health Aide or similar qualification is preferred but not mandatory.
Locations in need:
- Marion, MA
- Taunton, MA
- Plymouth, MA
- Seekonk, MA
- North Dighton, MA
- Wareham, MA
Shifts will vary depending on the location candidate is most interested in
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed