Certified Home Care Aide

Cox HPS of the Ozarks; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $1,800

Job summary

CoxHealth at Home is seeking a compassionate Home Care Aide to support patients in their homes across designated counties. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor well-being, and communicate changes to the care team with a warm, respectful approach.

Ideal candidates have reliable transportation, a team mindset, and the ability to work independently in clients’ homes. Training is provided; licensing requirements vary by state and may include CNA/CMT/CMA credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Monitor patients' health status and report changes to the care team.
• Provide compassionate, in-home support and maintain documentation as required.

Job description

Facility

Home Support: 2240 W Sunset St, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

1522 HCS Springfield CHAH

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0 Hours: Varied Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

CoxHealth Overview

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics.

Awards and Honors

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
• Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
• Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement Plan with employer match
• and many more! For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth.

Job Description: Overview

Home Care Aides are caring and compassionate individuals who enjoy interacting with patients one-on-one in their homes.

Service Areas

• Bates
• St. Clair
• Hickory
• Vernon
• Cedar
• Polk
• Dallas
• Barton
• Dade
• Jasper
• Lawrence
• Newton
• Barry
• McDonald
• Greene
• Christian
• Stone
• Taney
• Camden
• Pulaski
• Lacleded
• Webster
• Wright
• Texas
• Shannon
• Douglas
• Ozark
• Howell
• Oregon

Additional Information for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $1,800 Sign-On Bonus

Job Summary

At CoxHealth at Home, a Home Care Aide is a caring and compassionate individual who enjoys interacting with patients one-on-one in their homes. Home Care Aide assist patients with activities of daily living and are warm and friendly with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a passion for providing patients high-quality care and support. Home Care Aides are self-motivated, organized, and are able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Requirements

Education

• Required: Twelve (12 hours) of classroom training and four (4 hours) of on-the-job training within thirty (30) days of first client contact.
• Required: five (5) hours of in-service training per year are required after the first twelve (12) months.
• May waive some training based on experience and adequate documentation

Experience

• Required: One or more of the following experience:
• Minimum six (6) months paid experience as agency homemaker, home health aide, or household worker.
• Minimum one (1) year experience, paid or unpaid, in caring for children, sick or aged individuals.
• Successful completion of a formal course in basic nursing arts or nurse aide training.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, follow directions and perform duties with minimum supervision.
• Ability to deal effectively and courteously with clients, families, and coworkers and exhibit an empathetic attitude toward the sick and elderly.
• Provision of reliable transportation and a working telephone as required by nature of position.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: MO CNA License OR MO CMT License OR MO CMA License OR as of 1/1/2022 grandfathered with an Accredited Nurse Aide Certification
• Required: Active Driver’s License in the state they reside

Mission, Vision, and Values

OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve. OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us. OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

About CoxHealth

We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we're here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.