Live-in Home Health Aide - HHA (Sulphur Springs, TX)

Visiting Angels•Sulphur Springs, TX

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Paris is hiring caregivers to serve clients throughout the local area, including Sulphur Springs, Paris, Mt. Pleasant, Clarksville, Cooper, and Talco. As a Live-in Home Health Aide, you will support clients’ quality of life and wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. The work may include helping clients with exercise and mobility, meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, companionship, medication reminders, transportation and supervision during errands, and responding to emergencies. Caregivers may have opportunities for advanced training in dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care. The position offers flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.

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 the 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 adhering to 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 clients’ days.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
Plan and prepare meals with clients while observing 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 reliable personal vehicle.