Live-in Home Health Aide - HHA (Sweetwater, TX)

Visiting Angels•Sweetwater, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Abilene is hiring live-in caregivers to serve clients throughout the Big Country area, including Sweetwater, Roscoe, and Trent. The Home Health Aide supports clients’ wellness and quality of life in accordance with their individual care plans. The role may involve personal care, companionship, assistance with daily activities, transportation, and responding to emergencies. The employer offers advanced training opportunities in areas such as dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Part-time shift options include 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts, as well as PRN and short shifts. Benefits offered include health, dental, and vision insurance, provided PPE, holiday pay, referral bonuses, direct deposit, weekly pay, and continuing education.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Training in First Aid and emergency response; training is provided if needed.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties.
Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and physically supporting a client.
Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while following applicable dietary constraints.
Ability and willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, including a background check.
Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten each client’s day.

Nice To Haves

Interest in broadening caregiving skills through advanced training in dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care.

Responsibilities

Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
Plan and prepare meals with clients while adhering to applicable dietary constraints.
Perform light housekeeping duties.
Report health changes or unusual incidents.
Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
Assist clients with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.
Transport clients using a reliable personal vehicle.