Home Health Aid

UNIFI Healthcare; Portsmouth (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UNIFI Healthcare is seeking a Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide essential personal care under the supervision of the RN Case Manager or designated administrator. You will work closely with clients and families to promote safety, comfort, and independence, following the Plan of Care and documenting care accurately.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, meal support, transportation, and engaging clients in activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an approved HHA training program.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• TB screening within the past year.
• Clear state background check.
• Reliable transportation with valid auto insurance.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ADLs (bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers, turning and repositioning).
• Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding support per Plan of Care.
• Empty catheter/colostomy bags and document outputs.
• Light housekeeping and transportation to appointments.
• Engage clients in recreational activities and provide companionship.
• Document care, vital signs, intake and output; report changes promptly.
• Follow Plan of Care; maintain infection control; report emergencies.

Skills

Compassion and empathy

Professional integrity

Accountability

Clear communication

Commitment to safety

Respect for client’s dignity

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification

TB screening within the past year

Clear state background check

Job description

The Home Health Aide (HHA) provides essential personal care and supportive services under the supervision of the RN Case Manager or designated administrator. The HHA works closely with clients and families to promote safety, comfort, and independence while strictly adhering to the established Plan of Care (POC).

Key ResponsibilitiesClient Care & Support

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including:
• Bathing (bed bath, shower, or tub)
• Dressing and grooming
• Toileting
• Transfers and ambulation (bed, wheelchair, automobile, etc.)
• Turning and repositioning bedridden clients to prevent pressure injuries
• Provide meal planning, preparation, and feeding support according to dietary guidelines in the Plan of Care
• Empty catheter and colostomy bags and accurately document output (without changing tubing or placement)
• Change bed linens and assist with laundering soiled clothing
• Perform light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment
• Accompany clients to appointments and errands, providing transportation and companionship
• Engage clients in recreational and social activities such as walking, reading, and conversation
• Provide emotional support to clients and families

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately document client care, condition, progress, and concerns
• Complete all required documentation on the same day services are provided
• Record vital signs, meal consumption, fluid intake, and urine/bowel output as directed
• Promptly report any changes in client condition to the RN Case Manager or administrator
• Immediately report any client hospitalization (care is paused until further direction)

Safety & Professional Standards

• Follow the HHA Plan of Care at all times
• Maintain infection control standards and safe home practices
• Recognize emergencies and follow agency protocols
• Protect client confidentiality and uphold ethical standards
• Practice strictly within the HHA scope of practice
• Respect clients’ Bill of Rights
• Comply with the company’s zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy
• Participate in weekly training or continuing education sessions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of an approved HHA training program
• Completion of required competency testing
• Current CPR/First Aid certification
• TB screening within the past year
• Clear state background check
• Reliable transportation with valid auto insurance
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions

What We Value

• Compassion and empathy
• Professional integrity
• Accountability
• Clear communication
• Commitment to safety
• Respect for every client’s dignity and independence

Why Join Remain at Home?

• Meaningful one-on-one client relationships
• Supportive RN supervision
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A workplace culture built on respect and teamwork

At Unifi Healthcare, we are reimagining what healthcare can be—accessible, compassionate, and truly patient-centered. Our mission is to deliver a seamless, personalized experience that empowers individuals and supports them through their healthcare journey, helping people live longer, safer lives in the comfort of their own homes. Through our growing network of services and partners, we are building a model that reduces complexity, supports caregivers, and reimagines how at home healthcare is delivered across the U.S.