Home Health Aide - HHA

Visiting Angels•Tyler, TX

25d

About The Position

Visiting Angels Tyler is seeking compassionate Home Health Aides to support seniors and others in need across the East Texas area. The role provides companionship and a range of in-home assistance, including personal care, mobility support, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and transportation. Caregivers may also help clients with medications, routine exercises, shopping, and other daily activities. Advanced training opportunities in areas such as dementia care and Alzheimer’s care are available to help caregivers develop their skills. Shifts offered include part-time shifts of 8, 10, or 12 hours, PRN shifts, short shifts, and day shifts.

Requirements

Two years of previous caregiving experience.
Valid driver’s license; an ID card alone is not sufficient.
A vehicle with current insurance.
Passion for serving others and a genuine caregiving disposition.
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 demeanor.
Good time-management skills.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong ethics.
Physical endurance.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Help clients take prescribed medication.
Assist clients with ambulation and mobility at home or outside, including attending doctor’s appointments and walks.
Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
Help clients with routine exercises.
Plan and prepare meals with assistance from clients when they are able.
Do clients’ shopping or accompany them while they shop.
Perform light housekeeping duties that clients cannot complete on their own.
Be a pleasant and supportive companion.
Report unusual incidents.
Act quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
Provide transportation and one-on-one mobility assistance.