Home Health Aide CAREGIVER

Quality first healthcare Services; Grayson (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality First Healthcare Services is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) to deliver high-quality care in clients' homes. You will assist with ADLs, monitor health, and provide emotional support to help clients maintain independence.

The ideal candidate has a valid HHA certification, CPR/First Aid, a clear background check, and reliable transportation with an active driver's license. Strong communication and empathy are essential in this role, with on-the-job training provided as

Qualifications

• Valid Home Health Aide (HHA) certification.
• CPR/First Aid certification, background check and TB test.
• Reliable transportation and active driver's license.
• Strong patience, empathy, listening, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and basic hygiene.
• Support transfers, mobility, and safe light exercise.
• Prepare meals per dietary plans and restrictions.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry.
• Provide timely medication reminders and prompts.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments and outings.
• Monitor health status and report concerns to supervisors or family.

Skills

HHA Certification

CPR/First Aid

Driver's License

Empathy

Communication Skills

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide high-quality care to clients within their own homes. The ideal candidate will assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitor their health status, and provide essential emotional and social support to help them maintain independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and basic hygiene.
• Mobility Support: Support transfers, walking, and light physical exercise safely.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare nutritious meals according to dietary plans and restrictions.
• Light Housekeeping: Perform light cleaning, laundry, dishwashing, and changing bed linens.
• Medication Reminders: Provide timely prompts for medication self-administration.
• Transportation & Outings: Accompany clients to medical appointments and grocery shopping.
• Health Monitoring: Track physical and mental changes, reporting issues to supervisors or family members.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification: Valid Home Health Aide (HHA) certification as mandated by state guidelines.
• Health & Safety: Valid CPR/First Aid certification, clear background check, and negative TB test.
• Transit: Reliable transportation, active driver's license, and auto insurance (if transporting clients).
• Soft Skills: High level of patience, empathy, active listening, and strong communication skills.

• Entry-Level (Most Common): No prior experience required. Must hold a valid Home Health Aide (HHA) certification. Will provide on-the-job training.
• Preferred Experience: 6 months to 1 year of experience in home care, caregiving, or a healthcare facility preferred but not required.
• Specialized Care Experience: 1 to 2 years of experience required (typically used if the client has advanced needs like Dementia, Alzheimer's, or hospice care).