Home Health Aide (HHA)

Heritageyorktown; Yorktown (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Heritageyorktown in Yorktown, IN is seeking a dedicated Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide compassionate, resident-centered care to residents in our assisted living setting. You will assist with daily living activities and support independence, safety, and comfort while promoting a respectful living environment.

Responsibilities include helping with bathing, grooming, mobility, meal assistance, medication support per policy, documenting observations, and engaging residents through companionship

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current HHA or CNA certification, or equivalent training as required by state regulations.
• Previous experience with elderly individuals in assisted living, home care, or healthcare settings preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with residents, families, and team members.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding) as needed.
• Provide medication assistance and basic health support per facility policies.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' condition to the supervisor.
• Check and document vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, respiration).
• Perform light housekeeping (making beds, laundry, sweeping, dusting).
• Assist with meal preparation and during mealtimes.
• Schedule and coordinate medical appointments.
• Provide companionship and emotional support through conversation and activities.
• Encourage participation in activities to promote independence and quality of life.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services and observations.
• Follow safety, infection control, confidentiality, and resident rights policies.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Yorktown, IN

Home Health Aide (HHA) provides compassionate, resident-centered care to individuals residing in our assisted living facility. The HHA assists residents with activities of daily living and supportive services. This role helps promote residents' independence, safety, comfort, and overall well-being while fostering a positive and respectful living environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding as needed.
• Provide medication assistance and basic health support in accordance with facility policies.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' physical, emotional, or mental condition to the appropriate supervisor.
• Check and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration, as directed.
• Perform light housekeeping duties, including:
• Making beds
• Doing laundry
• Sweeping and dusting
• Maintaining a clean and safe resident environment
• Assist with meal preparation and support residents during mealtimes as needed.
• Schedule and coordinate medical appointments when directed.
• Provide companionship and emotional support through conversation, recreational activities, and social engagement.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities that promote independence and quality of life.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services provided and resident observations.
• Follow all safety, infection control, confidentiality, and resident rights policies and procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current Home Health Aide (HHA) certification, CNA certification, or equivalent training as required by state regulations.
• Previous experience working with elderly individuals in an assisted living, home care, or healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with residents, families, and team members.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist residents in accordance with facility policies.
• Ability to perform housekeeping and meal preparation duties.
• Ability to respond promptly to resident needs and emergencies.