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HHA - Per Diem - 1st Shift

Location: Jamestown, NY

Schedule: Minimum of one weekend per scheduling period, with additional shifts as available

Salary Range: Position starts at $18.65/hour

Join Our Team at Hultquist Place

Lutheran’s Hultquist Place—an Assisted Living Program (ALP) operating in coordination with Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA) standards—is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Home Health Aide (HHA) to join our day shift working 6am-2pm.

Our HHAs play a vital role in supporting residents’ independence, dignity, and safety—especially during overnight hours when attentiveness and responsiveness matter most.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Patient Services (DPS) and licensed nursing staff, the HHA provides personal care and supportive services in accordance with each resident’s individualized care plan and applicable ALP/LHCSA regulations. This role includes assisting with self-administration of medications (following facility training and protocols), overnight monitoring, and timely communication of any changes in resident condition.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Valid New York State HHA Certification required (or equivalent approved training/exam)

• OR Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) willing to complete HHA conversion testing are encouraged to apply

• Prior experience in assisted living, home care, or long-term care preferred

• Medication assistance experience preferred (training provided)

• Basic computer skills for EMR documentation

Key Responsibilities: Resident Care & Support

• Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and mobility

• Promote resident independence, dignity, and choice in all interactions

• Conduct routine overnight rounds to ensure resident safety, comfort, and well-being

• Respond promptly to call lights and resident needs

Medication Assistance

• Assist residents with self-administration of medications in accordance with ALP guidelines and facility policies

• Follow all medication assistance protocols, including proper documentation and reporting

• Immediately report any medication concerns, refusals, or discrepancies to licensed nursing staff

• Do not interpret physician orders or independently administer medications outside of scope

Monitoring & Reporting

• Observe, document, and report changes in resident condition, behavior, or needs to the Charge Nurse/DPS

• Accurately complete documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely manner

• Report incidents, safety concerns, or unusual findings per policy

Care Coordination & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, leadership, and interdisciplinary team members

• Support a safe and respectful environment for residents, families, and coworkers

• Participate in shift-to-shift communication to ensure continuity of care

Environment & Support Services

• Provide light housekeeping and resident support services as needed

• Assist with meal-related needs, hydration, and nourishment monitoring (as applicable overnight)

• Follow all procedures related to admissions, discharges, and transfers

What We’re Looking For:

• Compassionate, dependable, and attentive caregivers

• Strong observation and communication skills

• Ability to work independently on overnight shifts while remaining part of a collaborative team

• Commitment to resident-centered care and regulatory compliance

  Why Join Lutheran?

• Supportive team environment and strong clinical leadership

• Opportunity to expand skills (including medication assistance training and HHA certification pathway)

• Meaningful work making a difference in residents’ lives every day

  We’d love to have you join our overnight care team—apply today!

  Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.