Weekend HHA/PCA Needed! - Elder Care Homecare-NYC : Job Details

About Us At Elder Care Homecare, we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our clients. We know that happy employees make happy clients and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at Elder Care Homecare is absolutely critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from us through the years. Interested in applying? Give JOSA a call or feel free to send a text to 914-###-####and reference Hireology as your referral!What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule
• Opportunity for paid overtime hours
• 1.5x Holiday pay
• Supportive team
• Pay rate starting at $18.55/Hour

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly 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
• 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

Qualifications

• 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 the physical capability to perform job-related duties
• 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 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 (specific to client)

We are currently offering in-person interviews in our Westbury Office. If applicable, we will set up an appointment for your interview. We look forward to hearing from you! We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.