Home Care Aide

Agapes Love Home Care LLC; Smithfield (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Job summary

Agapes Love Home Care LLC in Smithfield, PA, is seeking a dedicated Home Care Aide. This role involves providing personalized, one-on-one care to patients, ensuring their needs are met while building meaningful relationships. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, maintaining care records, and engaging patients in activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, one year of professional experience, and a valid driver’s license. Flexibility in scheduling and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• One year of prior professional experience required.
• Driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds.
• Change bed linens, do laundry, clean the home, or assist with personal care.
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, and progress.
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud.
• Give medications and immunizations as necessary.
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 the 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

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year prior professional experience
• Driver's license required
• Background check