Care Partner (Home Health Aide)

Care Partner, Home Health Aide, NYAre you a mission-driven individual with a passion for supporting older adults? Come join our growing community of Care Partners who share this common purpose! At Renewal Memory Partners, we are dedicated to providing holistic, person-centered care to people living with Alzheimer's and related dementias. Our organization is also committed to providing affirming care to the LGBTQ community.For All Care Partners Of Renewal Memory Partners, We Are Proud To Offer:Community: We understand that caring for older adults can be isolating at times, and we strive to build community among Care Partners through ongoing support groups, dynamic trainings, and virtual meet-ups.Professional Development: Through the Renewal Memory Institute, you will have access to best-in-class trainings offered by a multidisciplinary team of experts. You may also have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research studies through our partnerships with university and hospital-based teams.Competitive Compensation: At Renewal Memory Partners, we strive to offer top starting pay, plus a wide range of benefits.A Person-Centered Approach That Honors You: We celebrate both our clients and our Care Partners as diverse individuals, and actively learn about their hobbies, backgrounds, and interests. We thoughtfully match clients and Care Partners who can build genuine, authentic connections.Responsibilities:Providing companionship and engagement to older adults and people with chronic health conditions in their homes (e.g., discussing current events, creating artwork, reviewing photo albums).Planning stimulating activities inside and outside the home and accompanying clients to keep them engaged with the world (e.g., trips to museums, concerts, plays, or the park).Escorting clients to doctors' appointments.Running errands for clients (e.g., grocery shopping, sundries).Reminding clients to take their medications.Doing light exercise with clients (e.g., helping with stretching routine).Assisting clients in preparing meals.Performing light housekeeping, such as dusting, tidying, and laundry.Qualifications:We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds including the creative arts and healthcare fields. Our employment is selective. Strong candidates possess:A passion for caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Prior experience working with this population is valued, but not required.Must be currently HHA Certified in New YorkAn accredited high school diploma, though we prefer candidates with college degrees or those currently attending colleges or graduate schools.Deep empathy and patience.Flexibility, reliability, and responsiveness.A proactive approach that anticipates clients' needs.Creativity and an open-hearted mindset.Strong composure under pressure.Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust-based relationships with clients and their families.Benefits:Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceReferral BonusPaid Time Off (PTO)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)24/7 Client Services Support24/7 RN SupportJob Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: Highly competitive and commensurate with experience. COVID-19 considerations: Must be vaccinated in order to take on this role.To APPLY:Please send your resume and a brief introduction to View email address on click.appcast.io. We look forward to learning more about you!