HHA - Hospice

Clients pay privately, through long-term care insurance, or through state waiver programs. Upstate Hospice provides in-home caregivers for seniors, helping with bathing, meals, medication reminders and light housekeeping. Most of our caregivers have worked with the same clients for over a year.

We match each HHA - Hospice with clients close to home and keep the same clients whenever possible.

In this role you will

• Help clients with bathing, showering, dressing and toileting.
• Remind clients to take medications at scheduled times.
• Take vital signs and report changes to the case manager or nurse.
• Call the office right away about falls, injuries or missed visits.
• Follow the care plan written by the supervising RN.
• Prepare meals and snacks that follow the client's diet.

Skills and experience

• 2+ months of caregiving experience preferred, including caring for a family member.
• Valid driver's license, reliable car and auto insurance.
• Comfortable with pets in the home.

Perks and benefits

The base pay range for this position is $21.50 - $24.50 per hour. Actual pay depends on experience, skills and location.

• Health insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee discount.
• Overtime available.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Upstate Hospice.