Home Health Aide (HHA)

Village Caregiving’s mission statement is “keep your heart at home.” This means our goal is to allow the elderly to live as comfortably and safely as possible in their own homes. To accomplish this goal, Village Caregiving employees provide home care assistance to the elderly. In other words, Village Caregiving employees help the elderly with activities of daily living like bathing, eating, chores, toileting, grooming, hygiene, and other basic needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Remind clients take prescribed medication

• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)

• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene

• Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises

• Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed

• Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own, including preparing meals

• Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, doctors and family members

• Report any unusual incidents to nurses, doctors and family members

• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous caregiver experience preferred but not required

• Current CPR (American Heart Association) Certification

  • Can be obtained through our company if you do not have a present training

• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards

• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints

• Must be respectful and compassionate with a good bedside manner

• Outstanding communication, time management and interpersonal skills

• Physical endurance to complete required tasks

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver's license and proof of insurance