Home Health Aide (HHA) / Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Company Overview

Senior Helpers Westchester is dedicated to providing compassionate, dependable, and personalized in-home care to seniors and adults who need assistance with daily living. Our mission is to help seniors live better, healthier, and more fulfilling lives in the comfort of their own homes.

We take pride in matching qualified caregivers with clients based on their individual needs, schedules, and preferences. We are looking for reliable, compassionate, and dedicated caregivers who share our commitment to delivering quality care and making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Job Summary

Senior Helpers Westchester is actively seeking certified Home Health Aides (HHA) and Personal Care Assistants (PCA) to join our growing team.

We are particularly interested in caregivers who have flexible availability, strong caregiving experience, and the ability to accommodate different client schedules and care needs throughout Westchester County.

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, experienced in providing personal care, and comfortable working with seniors who may require specialized assistance.

General Caregiver Requirements

• Availability and Scheduling
• Available for early morning shifts starting at 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM.
• Willing and available to work weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays.
• Open to live-in assignments when needed.
• Flexible and willing to assist with last-minute call-outs and emergency coverage, when available.
• Able to accommodate different shift schedules based on client needs.
• Caregiving Skills and Qualifications
• Experience providing care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
• Knowledge and experience with mobility assistance and safe patient transfers.
• Comfortable assisting clients who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility aids.
• Able to assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Patient, compassionate, attentive, and capable of providing dependable care.
• Certification and Experience
• Must have an active and valid HHA or PCA certification.
• Previous experience in home care, assisted living, nursing homes, or a similar caregiving environment is preferred.
• Experience working with elderly clients and individuals with varying care needs is a plus.
• Transportation and Service Areas
• Must have reliable transportation or access to a personal vehicle and driver.
• Must be comfortable using public transportation when necessary.
• Willing to travel between client assignments.
• Preferably located in or near New Rochelle, NY, or have convenient and reliable access to the New Rochelle area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with walking, transfers, and mobility.
• Prepare meals and provide light housekeeping as needed.
• Provide medication reminders according to permitted caregiver duties.
• Monitor clients' well-being and report changes or concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow individualized care plans and company policies.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for clients.

What We Look For

• Compassionate and dependable caregivers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Punctuality and professionalism.
• Flexibility and willingness to accept different assignments.
• Commitment to providing quality, respectful, and reliable care.

Join Our Team!

If you are a certified HHA or PCA looking for opportunities to make a difference in the lives of seniors, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of the Senior Helpers Westchester team.