Home Health Aide - HHA (Sagerton, TX)
About The Position
Visiting Angels' office in Abilene is seeking one-of-a-kind individuals for job opportunities with their local team. They provide caregivers for the Big Country area including Sagerton, Stamford, and Hamlin. They are looking for individuals who are truly committed to providing compassionate care to senior adults and those in need. This role is more than just a job; it's a chance to do some real good for families in Abilene and the surrounding area by becoming a companion to someone in need. The role offers the opportunity for advanced training in areas like dementia care or Alzheimer’s care.
Requirements
- Passion to serve others - a true caregiver
- Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid
- Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking with attention to dietary constraints
- Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
- Respectful and compassionate
- Good time management skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong ethics
- Physical endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
Nice To Haves
- Strong backgrounds in home care or elderly care
- History of community involvement
Responsibilities
- Help 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 with routine exercises
- Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able)
- Do the client’s shopping or accompany them when they shop
- Perform light housekeeping duties that clients can’t complete on their own
- Be a pleasant and supportive companion
- Report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
