Trinity Health·West Springfield, Massachusetts
Provide compassionate, person-centered care to patients in a home health setting. Support the dignity and unique needs of diverse communities as part of the Trinity Health system.
Employment type: Part time
The In-Home Attendant is responsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support, and health status of participants.
As part of the health care team, provide personal care assistance that will maintain the independence of the participant to conduct activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming. Assist in the maintenance of physical activity, exercise, and walking.
Provide nursing care as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with the policies and procedures of the center.
Responsible for participant safety, identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action as able.
Provide behavioral supervision or support for participants, such as reality orientation, reminder to follow through with nursing and medication instruction, diet restrictions, and emotional reassurance.
Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping.
Assist in identifying signs and symptoms indicating physical, emotional, or behavioral change in participants and reporting these signs to the center staff and/or supervisor, including but not limited to, any changes in skin integrity, bowel and bladder status, food/fluid intake, or changes in ambulation.
Assure compliance with infection control, personal protection equipment, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous material handling, and fire safety standards.
Escort participants to medical, dental, optometry, rehabilitation, and other appointments as necessary.
Assist transportation staff with loading and unloading of participants from vehicles. Assist participants being transported in PACE Organization vehicles as needed.
Attend staff meetings and participant care planning on a regular basis.
Maintain current written records, indicating ongoing documentation of services provided, reassessments of changing needs, and participants expressed wishes.
Prepare and submit timely written reports as required. Participant assistance may be required in the center, clinic, or home health/In Home Services department.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees as assigned.
Maintain strict and confidentiality of all participant information
Trinity Health PACE programs offer continuous, quality care to the elderly, allowing them the independence of living at home. Seniors who qualify for nursing home care can receive comprehensive care from an interdisciplinary team of experts, all focused on improving participants’ health.
At our centers, seniors receive clinical and rehabilitation therapy and build relationships with doctors, nurses and fellow participants – all under one roof. We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
$17.11-$20.10/hr
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
No specific certifications or education are listed, but the candidate must align with the organization's mission and core values. Ability to deliver high-quality care to diverse populations is expected.
Market context
Home health aide roles in Massachusetts are often in steady demand because families and agencies need dependable in-home support for older adults. This role is competitive when candidates can show elder-care experience, reliable transportation, and schedule flexibility; the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time. Before applying, confirm you meet the minimum weekly hours, driving requirements, and the name-format instruction.
