Direct Care Worker/HHA

Responsibilities

• Aid patients in daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Perform home management functions such as light housekeeping duties, changing bed linens, doing laundry, and cleaning
• Run errands, including shopping for groceries and essential household items
• Assist patients with bathroom visits, personal hygiene and grooming needs, and dressing
• Accompany patients with scheduled appointments
• Remind patients of medications and immunizations as prescribed by healthcare providers
• Plan and prepare meals and snacks, and assist clients with eating/drinking and clean-up
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
• Foster positive relationships and companionship with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aid program
• One year of previous experience as a Direct caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred
• First aid and CPR certification required
• Experience in administering prescribed medications and treatments
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in the provision of direct care
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle physical aspects of the job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time
• Ability to perform basic housekeeping duties, run errands, prepare meals, and safely discard biological waste
• CNA certification preferred