Home Health Aide (HHA)

About the role

Work Location: In-person (Home Health)

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
• Prepare meals and ensure clients receive nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs.
• Perform patient observation to monitor changes in health status and report any concerns to healthcare providers.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
• Maintain cleanliness in the client's living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
• Provide memory care support for clients with cognitive impairments, ensuring safety and promoting cognitive engagement.
• Administer CPR if necessary and assist with catheter care as required by the client’s health plan.

Requirements

• Previous experience in home health care or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong observational skills to effectively monitor patient conditions.
• Able to perform meal preparation, laundry, and light cleaning duties.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles is a plus.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
• Caregivers must have a compassionate demeanor with excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients and families.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following care plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle (if applicable).

Skills

• Compassionate and caring personality.
• Effective communication skills.
• Observational skills.
• Ability to perform light housekeeping tasks.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles (optional).
• CPR certification (highly desirable).

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule