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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$36,403 / year median in Connecticut
+26% projected growth
Job Description
- 5p; Thursday, 8a
- 8p; Friday 7a
- 4p; Saturday 7a
- 7p•
Fulltime Benefit Eligible Primary Purpose:
The person in this position will assist the Residential Services Manager in administrative functions and provide direct care support to residents. Ensure compliance with all regulations established by all relevant regulatory bodies and policies established by the CCARC Board of Directors. The person in this position will be current regarding trends and information as related to providing services to individuals with disabilities, enabling their highest quality of life in terms of their physical, emotional and mental health.Essential Functions:
Assist the Manager in training staff on all individual programs and goals. Review all individual program data to ensure accuracy and completeness.Arrange coverage at the direction of the manager for planned staff absences or open positions. Assist as needed with on-call, ensuring that substitute and part-time staff are asked first to cover open shifts. Assist the Manager with the monthly staffing schedule; obtain final approval from the Manager before posting.
Review and ensure accuracy of Kardex, doctors orders, and all required follow-up regarding individual medical concerns. Keep the Manager, Nurse, Day Services programs, and appropriate other parties apprised of any changes.
Serve as a mentor/role model to all direct support professional sand reinforce best practicesProvides and receives effective, respectful, appropriate, and courteous verbal and written communications;to and from specific teams related to the care of participants, including daily observations and reports of any physical or behavioral changes while adhering to all documentation and record-keeping requirementsWith family members, guardians, DDS and external healthcare providers, including coordinating health and hygiene-related appointmentsProvides essential physical and emotional care to participants including;Assisting with personal care, hygiene, and treatments, including administration of medications, recording vital signs as needed, and placing supply and medication orders Providing education to participants in personal hygiene, grooming, and behavioral conduct while acting as a role model to enhance participants self-esteemCoordinating and leading social and recreational activities as well as shopping for food and clothing, including the safe transportation of participantsCoordinating General housekeeping as well as collecting and changing laundry Nutritional support: Monitoring residents at mealtime according to food consistency guidelines foreach individual
Essential Functions Continued:
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures and responds appropriately to emergenciesResponsibly manages and records the use of household petty cash, food, and house money, and each individuals money according to the policies stablished by the CCARC, Inc. Board of DirectorsCollaborating to resolve conflicts, obstacles, and challenges, seeking guidance from the manager and team members, as neededDemonstrates adherence to universal precautions, OSHA standards and infection control policies and procedures at all times, as well as department, home and shift proceduresMaintain good daily attendance (days of absence, illness, tardiness)Attends and participates in mandatory in-services, staff meetings and conferences as requiredThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work. Other tasks and duties may be assigned as necessary. Education and/orWork Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED and three years' experience working with individuals with developmental disabilitiesMust have valid CT Driver's License, be insurable with Agency carrier. Individual Home Support employees are required to have a vehicle for use and maintain adequate insurance.Must complete the Agencys Employee TrainingCertification and training, including but not limited to: CPR, First Aid, PMT (Psychological/Physical Management Training) and DDS Medication AdministrationAbility to follow oral and written instructionsExperience with Microsoft products, use of email and Therap preferred