Hospice Home Health Aide (HHA)

Home Health Aide (HHA) Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide care and support to hospice patients throughout Tompkins and Cortland Counties.

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Monday-Friday
• 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
• 1-hour lunch break

Pay & Benefits:

• Starting Pay: $21/hour
• Paid Mileage
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Company iPad Provided
• Health Insurance - 6 plans available
• 4 plans are 100% employer-paid and include dependent coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 7 Weeks Paid Time Off
  • 6 Personal Days
  • 7 Paid Holidays
  • 10 Vacation Days
  • 12 Sick Days
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance ($50,000)
• Continuing Education Benefit
• Electronic Charting

Responsibilities:

• Follow the patient's plan of care as directed by the nurse.
• Report changes in patient condition to the appropriate nurse.
• Document care provided accurately and timely.
• Assist patients with prescribed exercises.
• Provide personal care, bathing, and hygiene assistance.
• Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed.
• Perform light housekeeping to maintain a safe environment.
• Make beds and help maintain patient comfort.
• Provide respite support for family caregivers.
• Attend required in-services and team meetings.
• Maintain a safe environment and report concerns promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Current New York Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel throughout Tompkins and Cortland Counties.