HHA/CNA

Right at Home South Charleston, SC•Mount Pleasant, SC

4h•$15 - $17

About The Position

Right at Home Charleston is hiring compassionate, dependable caregivers in the Mount Pleasant area to support seniors and adults with disabilities in their homes. Caregivers provide support, companionship, and personal care that helps clients remain safe and comfortable. The role includes 12-hour day shifts. Training, ongoing support, and protective equipment are provided.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.
Must possess a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must meet the requirements for employees providing direct patient care.
Must have completed a Competency Evaluation that meets State licensing law for home health agencies.
Dependability, honesty, energy, approachability, good communication, a positive attitude, compassion, patience, flexibility, and comfort handling challenges are sought.
Must be comfortable providing personal care and preparing simple meals.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience as a Home Health Aide in health care, in homes or facilities, and successful completion of a State-approved Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide course are encouraged.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with eating, personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, and shaving.
Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and other household tasks.
Prepare simple, nutritious meals for clients.
Provide medication reminders.
Assist with prescribed range-of-motion exercises.
Provide dementia care as needed.
Offer companionship through activities such as reading, listening to music, playing games, and working on puzzles.