Home Health Aide (HHA)

Avanta Care Home Health; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Avanta Care Home Health is seeking dedicated Home Health Aides in Carrollton, GA. You will assist clients with daily living activities and ensure their comfort. This role plays a critical part in providing compassionate care and support at home.

Ideal candidates have experience in home health care and strong observational and communication skills. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a flexible schedule. Join us to make a difference in the lives of our clients.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in home health care or a related field is preferred.
• Ability to perform meal preparation, laundry, and light cleaning duties.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing and dressing.
• Prepare meals tailored to client dietary needs.
• Monitor client health status and report changes to healthcare providers.
• Engage clients in activities to promote their well-being.
• Maintain cleanliness in the client's living environment.
• Provide memory care support for clients with cognitive impairments.

Skills

Observational skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Compassion

Job description

Home Health Aide

Location: Carrollton, GA 30117

Work Location: In-person (Home Health)

Job Overview

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aides to provide essential support to individuals in their homes. As a Home Health Aide, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients with daily living activities and ensuring their comfort and well-being. This position requires a strong commitment to patient care, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

Duties

• Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
• Prepare meals and ensure clients receive nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs.
• Perform patient observation to monitor changes in health status and report any concerns to healthcare providers.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
• Maintain cleanliness in the client's living environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning and laundry.
• Provide memory care support for clients with cognitive impairments, ensuring safety and promoting cognitive engagement.
• Administer CPR if necessary and assist with catheter care as required by the client’s health plan.

Requirements

• Previous experience in home health care or a related field is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong observational skills to effectively monitor patient conditions.
• Ability to perform meal preparation, laundry, and light cleaning duties.
• Knowledge of hospice care principles is a plus.
• Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
• Compassionate demeanor with excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clients and families.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following care plans.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Flexible schedule

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.