Certified Home Health Aide - Tuition Assistance Available

Job Title: Home Health Aide I (HHA)
Department: Home Care
Location: Monroe County, In the community
Hours Per Week: Full-Time & Part-Time available
Schedule: Monday - Friday; Days, 8am-5pm

Join our dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of patients in our community!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Patient Care & Service: Enhance patients' health by following the care plan; collaborate with the Community Health Nurse/Therapist; perform essential activities including personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and errands.
• Communication: Maintain clear communication regarding patient health status, treatment plans, and progress; engage regularly with office and supervisory staff.
• Documentation: Ensure accurate documentation of client care on activity sheets.
• Compliance: Follow all department protocols, HIPAA regulations, and local, state, and federal requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License from NYSDMV.
• HHA - Home Health Aide certification from New York State Education Department (NYSED).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Compassionate, patient-focused, and dependable.
• Strong critical thinking, decisiveness, and ability to work independently.
• Exceptional communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, and follow verbal and written instructions.

EDUCATION:

Relevant educational background in healthcare is a plus.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

HHA - Home Health Aide certification from NYSED, NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License from NYSDMV.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work - Requires exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. Involves walking, standing, or squatting regularly.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

For disease-specific care programs, refer to the department’s program requirements for further educational and experience specifications, including continuing education expectations.

Accommodations will be considered for any physical requirements reported by the applicant or employee's physician.

PAY RANGE:

$18.65 - $19.75

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14607

The base pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for a successful full-time applicant and may be adjusted in the future. Pay is determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, specialty, internal equity, and location.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
We welcome applications from minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.