Staff Home Health Aide - Now Hiring

Overview
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can be part of an interdisciplinary team dedicated to restoring the health and well-being of clients? Look no further – VNS Health Personal Care is seeking compassionate and skilled Certified Home Health Aides like you!

What You Will Do

• Provide personal care and support, including ambulation, transfers, ostomy care, and assistance with medical equipment and self-administered medication.
• Monitor vital signs, observe and report client conditions, and adhere to infection control practices.
• Assist with personal hygiene, nutrition, fluid intake, and light housekeeping.
• Ensures client rights and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of New York State Health Department-approved HHA Training Program or Equivalency.
• Sixth (6) grade reading comprehension level. 
• Writing and math skills level to the extent necessary for the successful and safe performance of required job functions. 
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Have a car and a valid driver’s license.
• Be available Monday – Friday (8:00 am - 8:00 pm), some weekends.
• Be willing to work on multiple short-hour cases (minimum 3 cases daily, mileage reimbursement offered).
• Be available to service clients in Bensonhurst, Borough Park, Sunset Park, Coney Island, Bay Ridge, Williamsburgh, Green Point and Redhook- Brooklyn.
• One (1) year of work experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Full range of body motion, including handling and lifting adult clients. 
• Standing and walking for extensive periods, as well as bending and climbing stairs. 
• Commonly lifts, carries, and maneuvers items weighing more than 50 lbs.

Compensation:

• $22.00 per hour
• Minimum 40 hours a week guaranteed
• Health Insurance & Pension Plan
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Time Off