Jobs › Lowell, MA › Home Health Aid American Homecare.co Home Health Aid Lowell, MA Apply Home Health Aide (HHA) Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate, dependable Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide personal care and support to clients in their homes. The HHA will assist clients with activities of daily living while promoting safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life. Responsibilities
- Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Assist with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and other mobility needs.
- Assist with eating and meal preparation as directed by the client?s care plan.
- Provide companionship and emotional support.
- Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and other household tasks related to the client\'s care.
- Observe and report changes in the client\'s condition to the appropriate supervisor.
- Follow the individualized care plan and instructions provided by the supervising professional.
- Maintain client privacy and confidentiality.
- Follow infection-control, safety, and emergency procedures.
- Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Provide care in accordance with applicable Massachusetts and agency requirements. Qualifications
- Completion of an approved Home Health Aide training program and competency requirements, as applicable to the position.
- Current HHA certificate/documentation of required training preferred.
- CNA certification may be accepted where applicable.
- Previous home care, healthcare, or caregiving experience preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Compassionate, patient, dependable, and respectful.
- Ability to work independently while following a care plan and supervisory instructions.
- Ability to safely perform required physical duties, including assisting with transfers and mobility.
- Reliable transportation may be required depending on the service area. Massachusetts-Specific Requirements
- Candidates must meet applicable Massachusetts and federal HHA training and competency requirements for the type of services being provided.
- For MassHealth-covered home health aide services, HHA services are provided according to the client\'s plan of care and under the applicable supervision requirements.
- Candidates who do not yet have the required training may be eligible for Massachusetts\' state-supported Personal and Home Care Aide State Training (PHCAST), depending on the position and employer requirements.
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