Home Health Aid - 5000 Sign-On Bonus
Company: The Overlook
Location: Sunderland
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
Job Description -Position Title: - - - -Home Health AideFLSA
STATUS: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Non-ExemptREPORTS TO:
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Manager of Clinical
PracticeSUPERVISES: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
N/ADEPARTMENT: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Home CareCOMPANY:
- - - - - - - - - - - - - -Overlook Home Heath and Hospice$5k
Sign-On Bonus eligible position.POSITION SUMMARY:The Home Health
Aide is responsible for providing personal care and related,
appropriate housekeeping activities to patients in their homes
under the guidance and supervision of the clinician responsible for
the patient, as well as working with other members of the team. Per
Diem. Based out of our Sunderland, Massachusetts VNA location.
Servicing Shelburne, Charlemont, and Heath communities. -THE
OVERLOOK WAY: -Culture of Excellence and Core Values:All Team
Members of The Overlook must embrace and conduct themselves at all
times in support of the company's 28 Guiding Principles and core
values, which form the foundation of our unique culture.
Integrity: - saying what you mean,
meaning what you say (in action and words), even if it hurts you
personally or professionallyRespect for Individual Choice: -
empowering and supporting others in their Self-determination for
health and well-being, as they define itCompassion: - understanding
and sympathetic of othersCreativity/Innovation: - thinking wildly,
planning accordinglyGrace: - putting people at ease, without
compromising performance or outcomes ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:The following duties are normal for this position.
- This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. -
Other duties may be required and assigned.
Assist patients with bathing,
toileting, dressing, shampooing, feeding, shaving, mouth care,
etc.Assist patients with moving in and out of bed, bath, wheelchair
or automobileAssist with simple exercise programs, application of
prostheses and braces, ambulation and transfer activities
(including use of assistive devices) and accompanying patient out
of doors.Application of supportive aides, such as slings and
elastic stockings.Temperature, pulse, respirationCatheter, cannula
care and ostomy assistAssist with medications normally
self-administered or remind patient as directed by the primary care
nurse. - Planning, shopping and preparing meals accordingly to
prescribed diet.Light housekeeping activities, such as changing bed
linens, laundry and cleaning as necessary to maintain a healthy
environment.Accompany patients to the physician or clinic, etc.,
when part of the care plan and approved by direct
supervisor.Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress or
problems to report to and discuss observations with supervisor or
case manager.Adhere to policies and procedures. -SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A - - - - - - - - - - -
QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must
be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. - The
requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skills, and abilities required. - Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. -Educational Requirements and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent -
requiredValid Home Health Aide Certificate - requiredCurrent MA
Driver's License and reliable transportationSuccessful completion
of the Home Health Aide Competency Exam with a minimum - overall
score of 80% and minimum 80% in each section - required -Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
Language Ability: - Ability to read,
write, speak and understand the English language. - Knowledge of
the structure and content of the English language including the
meaning of words, rules of composition, and grammar. - Ability to
effectively communicate with peers, supervisor, residents, clients,
and guests. Ability to read and interpret documents, such as weekly
schedule and patient plan of care. Mathematical Skills: - Ability
to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurement,
using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Cognitive
Demands: - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out
instructions provided in written, oral or diagram form. - Ability
to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations. - Able to swiftly change direction as
necessary.Computer Skills: Ability to use Microsoft Windows, email
and the Internet. - Ability to use hand held device / software for
data entry of visit completionCompetencies: Demonstrate the ability
to perform the tasks required of a HomeHealth Aide -ENVIRONMENTAL
ADAPTABILITY:
- Works primarily indoors in a varying climate controlled
settings.
- Possible exposure to unpleasant odors
- Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS
Manual
- Subject to hostile and emotionally upset family members,
personnel and visitors
- May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and
holidays when necessaryRequired to travel to multiple work sites
and up to 200 miles per day -JUST SOME OF OUR BENEFITS AND PERKS:
-Solid Track Record of Promoting Team Members from withinPlenty of
Free ParkingFree Daily Lunch on Campus -Vacation, Sick, Holiday
Time + Floating HolidaysTravel ReimbursementProfessional
DevelopmentFlexible Spending and Health Reimbursement
AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramsTuition ReimbursementShort +
Long Term Disability, Life InsuranceMedical, Dental, and Vision
InsuranceAccess to Fitness Center, Pool, and Onsite MassagesIn
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Overlook
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals
with disabilities and encourages prospective Team Members and
incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. -
The Overlook is strongly committed to diversity and a workplace
environment that respects, appreciates, and values employee
differences and similarities. - By providing and supporting a work
culture that fosters and builds upon diversity and its strengths,
The Overlook will better serve our communities. The Overlook is an
employment-at-will organization and an equal opportunity employer
committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from
discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national
origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation,
marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age,
citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic
information or disability, as defined and required by state and
federal laws. - Additionally, The Overlook prohibits retaliation
against an applicant or employee because he or she has engaged in
protected activity under the statutes prohibiting discrimination in
the workplace. - - - -COMMUNITY OVERVIEW:
The Overlook is a non-profit organization operating since 1911 and
offering a full continuum of care and services for older adults in
MA. The organization embraces its rich history and heritage, owning
and managing 218 Independent Living Apartment Homes and Cottages,
28 Enhanced Care Private Suites, a 14- Suite Assisted Living Memory
Care neighborhood, 27-unit Short-term Post-Acute Rehabilitation,
112-bed Long Term Care Skilled Nursing, as well as Home Health,
Hospice, Palliative Care, Private Duty and Care Management
divisions.
The Overlook and its 3 subsidiaries are based in Charlton, MA, with
satellite home health and hospice offices across the state. The
organization employs approximately 600 talented and compassionate
Team Members and serves 1,500+ Residents/Patients.
The Overlook has a Vision to design a mixed-use Community beyond
its singular function as a Retirement Community, a
pedestrian-friendly, walkable "Village Center" environment, with
select retailers, restaurants featuring fresh, locally sourced
food, a brewery, a large banquet, and events center, enriching
programs, health and wellness-focused on mind, body and spirit, and
more. The Overlook's bucolic setting on 450 acres of beautiful New
England countryside, 16 miles of nature trails, a dog park, and a
wealth of amenities offer limitless possibilities in helping us
reposition our Campus.
THE OVERLOOK WAY:
All Team Members of The Overlook must embrace and commit to
conducting themselves at all times in support of our 28 Guiding
Principles, Culture of Excellence, and core values, which form the
foundation of our unique culture. The Overlook strives to exceed
expectations, inspire and "Do what's best for those we serve."
Integrity: saying what you mean, meaning what you say (in action
and words), even if it hurts you personally or professionally
Respect for Individual Choice: empowering and supporting others in
their Self-determination for health and well-being, as they define
it
Compassion: understanding and empathy for others
Creativity/Innovation: thinking wildly, planning accordingly
Grace: putting people at ease, without compromising performance or
outcomes
JUST SOME OF OUR BENEFITS AND PERKS:
- Solid Track Record of Promoting
- Team Members from within
- Plenty of Free Parking
- Free Daily Lunch on
- Campus
- Vacation, Sick, Holiday Time + Floating Holidays
- Travel Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Flexible Spending and Health Reimbursement Accounts
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Short + Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Fitness Center, Pool, and Onsite Massages
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The
Overlook will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective Team
Members and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the
employer. The Overlook is strongly committed to diversity and a
workplace environment that respects, appreciates, and values
employee differences and similarities. By providing and supporting
a work culture that fosters and builds upon diversity and its
strengths, The Overlook will better serve our communities. The
Overlook is an employment-at-will organization and an equal
opportunity employer committed to maintaining a work and learning
environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, race,
color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity,
sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of
birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and
required by state and federal laws. Additionally, The Overlook
prohibits retaliation against an applicant or employee because he
or she has engaged in protected activity under the statutes
prohibiting discrimination in the workplace.Powered by JazzHR
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