What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide position at Liberty Home Health Care Services?
Job Summary
The Home Health Aide plays a crucial role in providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals in their homes. This position involves assisting clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort, safety, and overall well-being. The ideal candidate will have a passion for caregiving and a strong understanding of medical practices related to home health care.
Duties
- Assist clients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
- Help with meal preparation and feeding as needed to ensure proper nutrition.
- Monitor and document clients' health status, including vital signs and changes in condition.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of care provided.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment.
- Assist with mobility and physical exercises to enhance clients' physical well-being.
- Administer medications as prescribed and ensure adherence to medication schedules.
- Support clients with dementia care by employing appropriate techniques for communication and engagement.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Skills
- Proficient in medical terminology and documentation practices related to home health care.
- Experience in caregiving or home care settings is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of CPR techniques and emergency response protocols.
- Familiarity with assisted living environments and long-term care principles.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to provide compassionate support while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Understanding of dementia care strategies to assist clients experiencing cognitive challenges.
This role is essential for enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need of assistance within their homes, making it a rewarding opportunity for those dedicated to the field of home health care.
Job Types: Part-time, PRN
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Ability to Commute:
- Fairborn, OH 45324 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fairborn, OH 45324: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20