Live-in Home Health Aide - HHA (Altus, OK)

Visiting Angels•Altus, OK

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Lawton is hiring live-in Home Health Aides to serve clients in Altus, Snyder, Cache, Lawton, Apache, Elgin, and surrounding areas. The role supports clients’ wellness and quality of life in accordance with their custom care plans. Care may include personal care and hygiene, exercise, meal preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, medication reminders, mobility assistance, transportation, and responding to emergencies. The company offers opportunities for advanced training in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. The posting lists full-time, part-time, PRN, and short-shift options, including 1-hour shifts and 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 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.
First Aid and emergency response training; training is provided if needed.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties.
Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled care 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.
Willingness and ability to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, such as a background check.
Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten each client’s day.

Nice To Haves

Interest in 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.
Handle 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 personal vehicle.