Sitter

ONE ON ONE HOME HEALTH AGENCY LLC; Alabama; On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid orientation

Paid training

In-person work

Job summary

ONE ON ONE HOME HEALTH AGENCY LLC is seeking a compassionate Sitter/Companion to provide dedicated care to clients in need of daily assistance, safety, and emotional support.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor health, and help with meals, light housekeeping, and mobility using aids like Hoyer lifts. The role involves documenting activities and collaborating with care teams to maintain dignity and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, group homes, or home care is desirable, with willingness to TRAIN.
• Knowledge of patient observation techniques and vital signs monitoring.
• Experience with dementia care or memory care and with disabilities or developmental challenges.
• Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and HIPAA training are preferred; ongoing training is a plus.
• Ability to follow care plans and work with a team to deliver comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging companionship to clients and encourage social interaction.
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
• Monitor health status and report concerns promptly.
• Support medication administration following care plans and HIPAA regulations.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with meal consumption as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment with light housekeeping.
• Use mobility aids to assist transfers safely.
• Follow care plans for conditions such as dementia or developmental disabilities.
• Document care activities accurately while protecting client confidentiality.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Communication skills

Dementia care

Patient safety

Education

CPR certification

First Aid certification

HIPAA compliance training

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and attentive Sitter/Companion to provide dedicated care and support to individuals in need of assistance with daily activities, emotional well-being, and safety. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for clients by offering companionship, ensuring their safety, and assisting with essential personal care tasks. The ideal candidate will be energetic, patient, and committed to fostering a warm, respectful environment that promotes independence and dignity.

Duties

• Provide engaging companionship to clients, encouraging social interaction and mental stimulation.
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Monitor clients’ health status by observing vital signs and overall condition; report any concerns promptly.
• Support medication administration following care plans and HIPAA regulations to ensure privacy and safety.
• Prepare nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and assist with meal consumption as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and organizing personal spaces.
• Use specialized equipment like Hoyer lifts or other mobility aids to assist with transfers safely.
• Follow prescribed care plans for clients with conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, autism, or developmental disabilities.
• Document care activities accurately while respecting client confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, family members, and support teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.

Experience

• Prior experience working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, group homes, or home & community care environments is highly desirable. But willing to TRAIN!!
• Demonstrated knowledge of patient observation techniques, vital signs monitoring, and medication administration.
• Experience providing dementia care, memory care, hospice support or working with individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges.
• Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, HIPAA compliance training preferred; ongoing training in patient monitoring or nursing assistance is a plus.
• Familiarity with care plans development and implementation for residents with complex health needs.
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely using equipment like Hoyer lifts; physical stamina for long shifts required.
• Strong communication skills for working effectively with seniors or individuals with special needs while maintaining a caring attitude. Join us in making a meaningful difference! We are dedicated to supporting our caregivers through ongoing training opportunities and fostering a positive work environment where compassion meets professionalism. This paid position offers the chance to develop your caregiving skills while enriching the lives of those you serve.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Paid orientation
• Paid training

Work Location: In person