Home Health Aide

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must complete Mastercare’s pre-employment and new hire process
• Must be able to read, write and speak English
• Must be able to follow direction and accurately report to the Field Supervisor any changes in the clients’ condition

Physical Requirements:

• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position, including lifting a minimum of 50 pounds with or without accommodations.
• The position requires frequent bending, stooping, crouching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling and any movements associated with a standard home care client.
• Must be able to see and read printed materials.
• The position requires the abilities to communicate and interact with clients, supervisors, employees and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Work Environment:

• Employees will be scheduled to meet the needs of Mastercare Clients within their home environments
• Working with clients in their homes, employees could be exposed to bloodborne pathogens
• Employees must utilize personal protective equipment when providing personal care where there risk to exposure to bloodborne pathogens and body fluids
• Employees may be subject to unrestrained pets, clutter, or poor lighting and performing duties in homes with no air conditioning/ventilation

Essential Duties :

• Follow current written plan of care as established by Service Supervisor
• Assists in making their clients’ lives easier and more comfortable
• Light housekeeping including but not limited to, dusting and vacuuming, changing linens/bed–making, cleaning the kitchen and bathroom, and laundry of client only
• Plans and prepares meals for client
• Assists in grocery shopping as needed
• Provides companionship and emotional support
• Assists and escorts to and from appointments/errands
• Assist and escorts to recreational events & outings. Participates in activities and functions as directed
• Helps maintain medication schedules
• Communicates effectively both verbally and written with other staff, management, and clients
• Collects, reports and documents services provided in an accurate and timely manner
• Report changes in the client’s condition, concerns, or incidents to the Service Supervisor in a timely manner
• Submits timecards/ activity sheet in a timely manner (i.e. weekly)
• Implements appropriate safety and infection control practices