IDD Health Aide — Health Monitoring & Support

The Arc of Central Alabama; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Central Alabama is seeking a Clinical Aide to provide direct, delegated health-related support to individuals with IDD in residential and day programs. You will monitor health, assist with delegated care tasks, and document observations under licensed staff supervision.

This role serves as a critical link to the Wellness team, helping identify health changes early and ensuring supports remain safe, person-centered, and consistent across settings.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and pass background checks.
• HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Pre-employment drug screen and TB testing per AMA policy.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain.
• Completion of ADMH pre-service training and all required courses within 90 days.
• Ability to follow delegated nursing instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated health tasks such as vitals and basic checks.
• Observe and report health changes promptly to RN/LPN staff.
• Assist with medication administration support as allowed.
• Maintain timely health observations documentation.
• Support daily living activities in coordination with staff.
• Follow infection control and safe handling procedures.
• Communicate respectfully with people served.
• Identify and report critical incidents per IPMS.
• Participate in training and competency checks.
• Help keep health-support environments clean and safe.

Skills

CNA experience

Health monitoring

Documentation

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

The Arc of Central Alabama is seeking a Clinical Aide to provide direct, delegated health-related support to individuals with IDD in residential and day programs. You will monitor health, assist with delegated care tasks, and document observations under licensed staff supervision.

This role serves as a critical link to the Wellness team, helping identify health changes early and ensuring supports remain safe, person-centered, and consistent across settings.