Home Health Aid/CNA

Position Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care activities, including bathing/showering, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Perform light housekeeping duties such as dusting, sweeping, kitchen cleaning, and dish washing.
• Provide support with instrumental activities of daily living, including bed making and linen changes, laundry, and meal preparation.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities to promote emotional well-being.
• Support daily routines to enhance overall health, safety, and quality of life.
• Run client errands as assigned.
• Monitor fall risks and maintain a safe home environment.
• Observe, document, and promptly report changes in the client’s condition to agency staff.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Evidence of passing a Home Health Aide written knowledge exam.
• Pass required federal and state criminal and abuse background checks.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Ability to effectively communicate in English with clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Ability to read, write, and verbally report patient information to patients, families, and agency staff.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Proof of valid auto liability insurance if transporting client.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work performed in patient’s home.
• Frequent travel within service area.
• Medium physical activity, including lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach frequently.
• Ability to lift, reposition, and transfer clients.
• Ability to carry groceries, laundry, and household items.