Transportation HHA-Home Health Aide

Temporary Home Health Aide (HHA)

Now hiring to work on weekdays and varied weekends, on a full time basis!

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation is seeking full time Home Health Aides (HHAs) who are looking for a consistent schedule within a professional, caring and team-based environment. We would like to speak with those with a passion for working with seniors! You'll be patient, courteous and tactful with residents, staff, family members and visitors.

A vital and important part of the Escort/Transportation department, the HHA escorts patients/residents to and from various locations throughout the facility and to Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

About Parker

The Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, conveniently located on the Queens-Nassau County border in New Hyde Park, New York, is a non-profit health care facility that offers inpatient programs such as sub-acute/short term rehabilitation, long-term care and nursing home care, as well as community health services encompassing certified home health care and a comprehensive community hospice program that serves terminally ill patients in their own homes or in nursing facilities, including Parker's nursing home.

Quality care means hiring quality people, and Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation has a longstanding reputation for excellence and innovation in resident and patient care.

Why Work at Parker

• Friendly, collaborative team environment and exciting career growth opportunities providing an opportunity to learn, grow and have an impact on the overall results

• Excellent training and clinical education

• Accessible via public transportation

• Free parking on site for all staff

• On-site cafeteria offering breakfast and lunch

Position Requirements

• Current Home Health Aide (HHA) Certificate in the state of NY

• Prior experience working as an HHA; prior experience working in a nursing home or assisted living facility is a plus

• High school diploma or GED

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Someone who likes to be part of a team; contributes as an active team member; helps out the team as needed

• Availability to work rotating weekends