Home Health Aide - HHA (Sumter, SC)

Visiting Angels•Sumter, SC

About The Position

Visiting Angels’ Sumter office is seeking compassionate Home Health Aides to provide care to senior adults and others in need throughout the Midlands area, including Sumter, Manning, Camden, Bishopville, and Dalzell. The role offers an opportunity to support clients and their families through companionship and practical assistance, while developing caregiving skills through advanced training opportunities in areas such as dementia care and Alzheimer’s care. Home Health Aides assist clients with medication, mobility, personal care, hygiene, routine exercises, meal planning and preparation, shopping, and light housekeeping. They also provide companionship, report unusual incidents, and respond responsibly to emergencies. Shifts offered include full-time, part-time, PRN, short shifts, live-in, and 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

Passion for serving others and being a 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 demeanor.
Good time management skills.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong ethics.
Physical endurance.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in home care or elderly care.
History of community involvement.

Responsibilities

Help clients take prescribed medication.
Assist clients with ambulation and mobility at home or outside, including attending appointments and walks.
Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
Help clients with routine exercises.
Plan and prepare meals with clients’ assistance when they are able.
Shop for clients 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.