We are hiring Caregivers/HHA/PCAs to work one-on-one with our in-home patients in West Haven, CT and the surrounding area.
- One Patient at a Time
- Earn PTO while working 32+ Hours
- Weekly Pay & Flexible SchedulingÂ
- Starting pay rate: $16.35 per hour
At Almost Family, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here. Â
 ​As CNAs, Aides & Caregivers, you can expect:​Â
-  opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.Â
-  flexibility for true work-life balance  Â
-  continuing education and tuition reimbursement Â
-  career mobility and growth opportunitiesÂ
​If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your career, this is a great opportunity for you! Â
Job Summary
The Home and Community Bases Services Aide is a person who provides support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Reports observations of the client's condition to the Agency Director or accounts manager. Notifies the Agency Director immediately if any incidents or accidents occur.
- Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.
- May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including: bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including pericare and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet.
- Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients' personal care.
Education Desired
- Experience in home care preferred.
- Six months experience in home care preferred.
- Access to public transportation OR dependable vehicle with a current driver’s license and vehicle insurance.
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State Specific RequirementsCT: Must have successfully completed Connecticut Personal Care Attendant Training and post-test for agency based Personal Care Aides as developed by the Connecticut Department of Social Services.
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Skill Requirements- Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified client's needs.
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.
- Able to work independently and multitask with good time management skills.
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.
- Able to react to change productively and adapt to changing organizational needs.
- Must possess a strong commitment to the goals, mission, and philosophy of the organization.
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