Home Health Aid (HHA)
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Job Description
Home health aides act as a bridge to independent living for many seniors as well as those with disabilities who may also require assistance with activities of daily living. From monitoring a client’s daily activities, to assisting with grooming, hygiene, and chores around the house, Home Health Aides allow clients to maintain the familiarity — and dignity — of living at home.
Home Health Aid Benefits
Job Description
Home health aides act as a bridge to independent living for many seniors as well as those with disabilities who may also require assistance with activities of daily living. From monitoring a client’s daily activities, to assisting with grooming, hygiene, and chores around the house, Home Health Aides allow clients to maintain the familiarity — and dignity — of living at home.
Home Health Aid Benefits
- Flexible scheduling / Variety of shifts available
- Person-centered training
- Career path opportunities
- Companionship with aging adults
- Rewarding experience
- 24/7 call support
- Help clients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing and other daily tasks
- Help with general light housekeeping, including cooking meals
- Make transportation arrangements or provide transportation for clients as needed
- Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members
- Observe and report on each client’s condition
- Stay up-to-date with home health aide training, policies and procedures
- Previous experience as a home health aide preferred but not required
- Access to reliable transportation, vehicle insurance and a valid drivers license
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
- Ability to think and work both independently and with direction
- Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner
- Must be willing to work a minimum of one day on the weekend or rotating weekends