HHA Life Specialist - In Home, Full Time

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Full time

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Provide one-to-one, compassionate care and love your job

About Trinity Health PACE

Trinity Health PACE programs are nationally recognized for providing high quality, comprehensive care in the communities we serve. Our services are built upon a 30-year history of Programs of All-Inclusive Care (PACE) for the elderly in the United States. Trinity Health PACE is one of the largest PACE providers in the country. With new strategy, vision and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!

We have a pioneering care model here at Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care alternatively have the option to receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants' health. At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses and fellow participants - all under one roof.

Home Health Aide

The Home Health Aide is responsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support, and health status of participants

Your opportunity

• Provide one-to-one care with your patients in their homes or in a clinical setting

• Warm and supportive environment

• Enjoy a truly patient-centered focus

• Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment

• Flexibility

• Competitive salary

• Career paths and professional development

• Learn the industry's best, easy-to-use, advanced technology

Other benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance

• Short and long-term disability

• 403b

• Generous paid time off

• Mileage reimbursement

• Comprehensive orientation

Essential Functions

• As part of the health care team, provide personal care assistance that will maintain the independence of the participant to conduct activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming

• Assist in the maintenance of physical activity, exercise, and walking

• Provide nursing care as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with the policies and procedures of the PACE Organization

• Responsible for participant safety, identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action as able

• Provide behavioral supervision or support for participants, such as reality orientation, reminder to follow through with nursing and medication instruction, diet restrictions, and emotional reassurance

• Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping

Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Active Home Health Aide certification in the state of NJ is required. Certified Nurse Assistant Certification preferred

• Minimum one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population

• Experience in a long-term care facility or with a community-based geriatric program preferred

• Valid driver's license, proof of car insurance and ability to provide a reliable means of transportation required for home care duties.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.