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Sevita Home Health Aide in Springfield, Massachusetts
MENTOR Adult Day Health, a member of the Sevita family, provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs. This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while remaining active and involved in the community and continuing to live in their own homes. Our programs are staffed with qualified, experienced licensed nurses and caregivers who are trained to provide individual assistance to each person we serve.
Territory: Springfield, West Springfield, Agawam, Chicopee, Longmeadow, East Longmeadow, Feeding Hills, Holyoke, Indian Orchard, and Ludlow.
Currently hiring flexible hours 7a-2p shift.
POSITION SUMMARY:
T he Home Health Aide is responsible for providing personal care and related, appropriate housekeeping activities to patients in their homes under the guidance and supervision of the clinician responsible for the patient, as well as working with other members of the team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist patients with bathing, toileting, dressing, shampooing, feeding, shaving, mouth care, etc.
Assist patients with moving in and out of bed, bath, or wheelchair.
Assist with simple exercise programs, application of prostheses and braces, ambulation and transfer activities (including use of assistive devices).
Application of supportive aides, such as slings and elastic stockings.
Temperature, pulse, respiration
Assist with medications normally self-administered or remind patient as directed by the primary care nurse.
Planning, shopping and preparing meals accordingly to prescribed diet.
Light housekeeping activities, such as changing bed linens, laundry and cleaning as necessary to maintain a healthy environment.
Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress or problems to report to and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.
Adhere to policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent - required
Valid Home Health Aide Certificate or CNA License - required
Current MA Driver’s License and reliable transportation- required .
Physical Requirements:
- Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Why Join Us?
Flexible schedule
Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.
Keyword, Caregiver, home care, home health aide
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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