DSP at Home Health Agency - Part-Time | Covington, OH - Miami County - SW OH

Home Care Network, Inc•Covington, OH

9d•$15 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Home Care Network (HCN) is seeking a Home Health Aide (HHA) to provide personal care services under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Therapist. The HHA will be assigned to specific clients and perform services necessary to maintain the client's comfort and safety in their home. This role involves delivering direct patient care, measuring vital signs, assisting with personal care tasks and activities of daily living, performing household tasks essential to home care, assisting with medications under supervision, reporting changes in patient condition, and assisting with therapy exercises. HCN is a nurse-owned and locally led agency prioritizing patient care and well-being, offering a supportive environment for caregivers.

Requirements

Either Active CNA or STNA certification + 1 or more years of paid experience
Or Active DSP Certification from Ohio DODD + 1 or more years of experience caring for persons with disabilities AND willingness to care for non-DODD clients.
Or +2 or more years of paid home health experience for HHA or PCA without certification.
At least 1+ year of verifiable experience in home care or caregiving setting.
Successful completion of HCN's written skills test and/or competency evaluation.
Meet/Completion of all training and/or certifications required by the state in which the home health aide services are being provided.
CPR and First Aide Certifications (active/current certs preferred but may also be obtained prior to hire date through HCN or accredited third party).
Willingness and aptitude to perform light housekeeping in addition to patient care services as needed.
Ability to perform all main physical tasks on a regular basis, and willingness to do so safely, is required.
Strong track record of attendance, dependability, and employment retention with previous employers.
Good interpersonal skills and compassion for helping others live their best lives.
Demonstrated ability to read, write, and follow a written Plan of Care, incorporating attention to detail in following instructions, documenting notes, and communicating with our agency.
Professional character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, punctual, articulate, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful, self-driven, problem-solver, compliant, and confidential.
Be at lease eighteen (18) years of age.
Valid driver's license/ID and reliable transportation to/from client care locations.
Consent and ability to pass a State and/or Federal Background Check.
Willingness to travel to client's residence daily is required.

Nice To Haves

Additional Medication Certifications, Hoyer lift experience, specific disease-state care experience, etc., are highly desirable but not required.
3-5 years of paid experience in a home health or caregiving setting.
Paid experience with a Home Health Agency.
Formal certification or training program: STNA (or 2026 graduation date) highly preferred; CNA or CHHA still encouraged to apply.
Specialized certification or training program, such as DODD-DSP, Med Certification, EMR/EHR, etc.
EMR/EHR experience and proficiency (ContinuLink highly desirable).
Willingness to positively and frequently promoting Home Care Network throughout your community, social and local networks, and regional industry partners - in exchange for generous bonuses and cash incentives.
Up to 45- or 60-minute client travel radius (from your home) is highly desired for Part-Time caregivers and may be required for Full-Time caregivers.

Responsibilities

Deliver direct patient care and support, following the established plan of care, to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Measure and record vital signs and other specified metrics as instructed.
Assist with personal care tasks and activities of daily living (e.g., bathing, oral hygiene, nail & skin care, shaving, dressing).
Perform household tasks essential to health care and living at home (e.g., meal preparation/feeding, laundry, light housekeeping).
Assist patients in taking medications under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Identify and report any abnormal findings or changes in the patient's condition.
Help with therapy exercises under supervision of our therapists (e.g., range of motion exercises, ambulation assistance).

Benefits

Long-term employment opportunity for Part-Time position, with potential for Full-Time position (based on client availability and caregiver preferences).
All who start Part-time but seek Full-time hours will have first priority to add additional clients/shifts for up to 40 hours per week (if desired) in their target geography.
Flexible shift times: We build reliable, consistent schedules that fit your lifestyle.
HCN does not require On-Call shifts, Weekends, extensive travel distances, or overtime (when not desired).
Weekly pay (Fridays) including onboarding, training, and an additional 8 Hours on your first paycheck, after successfully completing your first day of work.
Back-up accommodations for scheduled vacations so your clients receive care while you're away.
Friendly travel expectations: HCN designs a custom travel radius for every employee.
Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients is provided.
Full-time employees are eligible for qualifying Health, Dental and Vision Coverage Plans (for Individual + Dependent(s)/Family), generous Employee Referral Bonuses, and other company benefits and perks.
All employees are eligible for unlimited referral bonuses based on HCN's Referral Bonus Program criteria, monthly and quarterly incentives and recognition, and Growth Opportunity Support such as pay and title promotions for advanced certifications and degrees, as well as schedule accommodations for school/classes.