- Home Health Aide

Griswold; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Griswold Home Care in Sarasota, FL is hiring a full-time Home Health Aide to provide elderly care and home companionship. You will work with clients in their homes, delivering personal care, mobility assistance, and friendly presence.

This role requires a valid HHA certification, CPR certification, and ability to pass a Level 2 background check. We value reliability, compassion, and strong communication as you help clients stay independent while at home.

Qualifications

• Current HHA certification.
• CPR certification required (American Heart, Health Institute or Red Cross).
• Ability to pass a LEVEL 2 background check.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding attitude towards clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services to clients, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and assisting with mobility.
• Administer medications as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitor and report changes in the client's condition to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks, meal preparation, and grocery shopping.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and their families.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

HHA Certification

CPR Certification

Background Check

Communication Skills

Compassionate Care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Home Health Aide

Compensation: $19.00-26.00

Griswold Home Care in Sarasota is looking to hire a full-time Home Health Aide to provide elderly care and home companionship for our clients. Are you reliable and compassionate? Do you want an opportunity to help others while gaining valuable caregiving skills? Would you like to join a company that makes a difference in the lives of both its clients and its employees? If so, please read on!

This caregiver position earns a competitive wage of $19.00-$26.00/hr.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services to clients, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, and assisting with mobility.
• Administer medications as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitor and report changes in the client's condition to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks, meal preparation, and grocery shopping.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care provided.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients and their families.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Requirements

• Certified Home Health Aide (HHA) certification. - Current CPR CPR- American Heart, Health Institute or Red Cross)
• HIV certificate
• Ability to pass a LEVEL 2 background check
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and understanding attitude towards clients.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, and stand for long periods

About Griswold Home Care

What does it mean to “live assured”? It means people enjoying the independence they want and the peace of mind they deserve. It is the promise we make to all of our clients; one that we are confident making because of our team. Griswold operates in more 170 locations in 30 states and has touched more than 100,00 families.

Griswold Home Care was founded by the late Jean Griswold in 1982, making us the oldest non-medical home care franchise organization in the country. As a pioneer in our industry, we support families by referring professional caregivers for personal care, homemaking, and companionship services. Our company was built on the timeless values of compassion and care—and these ideals are always at the heart of all that we do. We are proud that the services we provide help our clients remain in the homes they love.

Our desire to give back led us to establish the Jean Griswold Scholarship Foundation which assists individuals seeking to further their education in a care-related field. We hire hard-working, dedicated individuals who uphold our values and ensure our clients receive the top-quality care they need. To show our appreciation for all they do, we offer our employees above-average pay, robust appreciation programs, and opportunities for growth and development to help them build rewarding careers. Learn more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kf7BUiB8eRk

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HOME HEALTH AIDE

As a Home Health Aide, senior clients rely on you to help them manage daily living tasks within their homes. You enjoy meeting with clients and providing cheerful companionship as you assist with various responsibilities. Whether you’re doing laundry, preparing meals, or grocery shopping, you take on each job with a positive attitude.

Clients trust you to provide non-medical care in a manner that preserves their dignity. You are professional and respectful as you help clients bathe and maintain their personal hygiene. On occasion, you provide caregiving services for clients who have dementia or cognitive impairments. Your patience and kindness are central to your ability to provide exceptional elderly care.

At the end of each shift, you submit accurate documentation, keeping the office updated on any changes to your clients’ care. You enjoy helping seniors and take pride in knowing your efforts as a dependable caregiver make a difference!

Qualifications For a Home Health Aide

• Reliable transportation

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. 2+ years of home care experience would be a plus; caring for a loved one counts! We are willing to train you. Would you enjoy working with seniors? Do you feel you can provide compassionate elderly care and companionship? Can you maintain a positive attitude while helping with household tasks? If yes, you might just be perfect for this job as a caregiver for seniors!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A HOME HEALTH AIDE

This companionship and caregiving position has flexible scheduling with day and night shifts available. Clients may receive as little as 4 hours of care, while others require 24-hour care.

Griswold Home Care is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.