Home Care Aide

Velas Exceptional Care & Services; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

A home care services provider is looking for a compassionate Home Care Aide in Homestead, Florida. In this role, you will assist patients with daily activities and ensure their comfort. You should have a high school diploma or GED, along with prior experience in home health or hospice care. Certifications in CPR and a driver's license are required. The position offers flexible scheduling and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• One year of prior professional experience is required.
• Strong ability to build genuine relationships with patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities.
• Maintain records of patient care and reports.
• Build relationships with patients to keep them mentally alert.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

Driver’s license

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are looking for a Home Care Aide to join our team! You will be directly working with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care, but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medications and immunizations
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
• High School Diploma or GED
• One-year prior professional experience
• Driver’s license required
• CPR certification required