Home Health Aide- Tallahassee

Parx Home Health Care; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Parx Home Care in Tallahassee, FL seeks a compassionate Home Health Aide to join our in‑home care team. You will provide personalized assistance to clients in their own homes, supporting daily living activities with dignity and respect.

This role emphasizes strong communication, safety, and adherence to HHA standards. A background screening is required, and applicants who meet the listed qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State-approved training program for Home Health Aides.
• Valid certification as a Home Health Aide.
• Minimum of 1 year of HHA experience.
• Excellent communication and empathy with clients and families.
• Ability to safely lift and move clients using proper body mechanics.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily needs (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Remind individuals to take medication and assist with administration.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to healthcare team.
• Perform light household tasks to maintain a clean, safe home.
• Prepare meals meeting dietary requirements.
• Engage in meaningful, compassionate conversations.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to clients and families.

Skills

Excellent communication & empathy

Lift safely with proper mechanics

Driver's license & reliable transport

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved HHA training program

HHA certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Parx Home Care is looking for a talented Home Health Aide to join our amazing team!

For this position, we are looking specifically for male caregivers. If you are female, please apply at our general posting.

The Home Health Aide will have the rewarding opportunity to provide personalized care and support to individuals in the comfort of their own homes.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assist individuals with their daily needs, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Remind individuals to take their medication and offer help with administering it.
• Keep track of vital signs and promptly communicate any changes to the healthcare team.
• Take care of light household tasks to ensure a clean and safe living environment.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals that meet specific dietary requirements.
• Engage in meaningful and compassionate conversations with clients.
• Offer emotional support and companionship to clients and their families.

Requirements

Requirements

What We're Looking For In You

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a state-approved training program for Home Health Aides
• A valid certification as a Home Health Aide
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a Home Health Aide
• Excellent communication and empathy skills with clients and their families
• Ability to safely lift and move clients using proper body mechanics
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Current CPR Certification

This position requires background screening through Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Benefits

About Us

Our mission is to provide and restore client dignity and independence in their homes through individualized care plans to reduce caregiver role and stress on family members while avoiding nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Parx Home Care, an affiliate of Ultimate Care, is a licensed home care provider located in Florida. We offer comprehensive home care services where we lead with our hearts to offer top quality and empathetic home care services.

At Parx Home Care, we recognize the pivotal role that home care plays in the overall patient care journey, offering a myriad of benefits for those seeking comfort, independence, and personalized attention. Our commitment is to create a familiar and secure environment within one's own home, fostering a profound sense of well-being. We understand the importance of maintaining independence, and our tailored home care services empower individuals to engage in their daily routines with the necessary assistance, promoting a sense of autonomy. Our personalized care plans are crafted to address unique needs, adapting over time to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness. Parx Home Care not only strives to be cost-effective but also places a strong emphasis on fostering family involvement, believing that strengthened bonds and emotional support are integral components of the healing process.

At Parx Home Care and our affiliates, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're enthusiastic about the role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other roles!

Parx Home Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

Parx Home Care does not accept resumes from unsolicited search firms nor recruiters.