Home Care Aide

Home Care Aide

Overview

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Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Caregivers have the option to explore new career opportunities in positions such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Medication Technician.

Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates

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If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.

Temporary Associate Benefits Eligibility

• 401(k)

Pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Caregivers have the option to explore new career opportunities in positions such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Medication Technician.

Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.

Temporary Associate Benefits Eligibility

• 401(k)

Pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Flexible schedule position that provides services to external clients, outside the walls of a Brookdale Senior Housing Community with assistance and companionship, while recognizing clients' individual needs and encourages independence.

• Works independently in the client's personal home with supervision and support as per state regulations.

• Provides non-medical hands on care, including dressing, bathing, grooming, personal care, and assistance with transfers.

• Provides personal care to clients per their individualized plan of care, and one on one companionship to client.

• May assist clients with medication as defined in medication procedure.

• Performs general housekeeping duties, following cleaning schedules for client laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.

• Assists with pet care as needed.

• Provides transportation to doctor's appointments and other errands.

• Attends and participates in required training.

• Maintains client confidentiality.

• Communicates effectively with the clients, families, and collaborative team. Proactively notifies Agency Manager of any changes in client condition/status.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/ her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred, in compliance with state regulations. Minimum of 6 months working independently with clients in the general public in their own personal homes providing healthcare/homecare services preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and other Special Requirements

Must have a reliable form of transportation. Must have a valid state identification card, with a valid driver's license being preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing

• Walking

• Sitting

• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel

• Reach with hands and arms

• Climb or balance

• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Talk or hear

• Taste or smell

• Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds

• Vision

• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors

• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage

• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections

• Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents

• Exposure to latex

• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens

• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infections, or biological hazards

• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment

• Requires Travel: frequently

Management/Decision Making

Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.

Knowledge and Skills

Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, family members and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks assistance when needed.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.