Job Description

Location: Hempstead, NY

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4–6 hours/day (2:00 PM–6:00 PM or 12:00 PM–6:00 PM)

Additional: Occasional weekend availability preferred

Pay: $22-$24/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide in-home care for an elderly woman living in Hempstead, NY. The ideal candidate will be patient, punctual, attentive, and comfortable supporting a client with Parkinson’s disease and mild hallucinations. This role is primarily companionship, safety monitoring, and gentle assistance with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily companionship and supervision to promote comfort and reduce hallucinations.
• Ensure the client eats lunch and stays hydrated.
• Encourage safe mobility and gentle movement throughout the day (mobility is her biggest challenge).
• Offer standby support during physical therapy sessions when needed (PT typically arrives around 12–1 PM).
• Assist with simple grooming activities such as hair care, nails, and basic foot care.
• Provide medication reminders (including blood thinners, Tylenol, and other routine medications).
• Ensure a calm and supportive environment at all times.
• Maintain punctual attendance — reliability is critically important.
• Assist with light household tasks related to the client’s comfort and care.

Client Notes

• Client has Parkinson’s, with mobility and balance issues.
• Client experiences hallucinations, which improve when someone is physically present.

Qualifications

• Active HHA or CNA certification (New York).
• Prior experience working with elderly clients or those with neurological/mobility conditions is strongly preferred.
• Excellent reliability, patience, and communication skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate companionship and gentle encouragement.
• Must be comfortable with in-home, one-on-one care.