Home Care Aide (HCA) Job Description
ProHealth’s Home care is non-medical caregiving and assistance provided in the client’s home. Care may include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, transferring, and meal preparation; transportation; companionship; and more. It does not include medical care or therapies. Depending on the client’s needs, they may receive assistance from a home care aide anywhere from a few hours a week to 24-hours a day.
What does Home Care Provide?
Housekeeping, including cleaning, washing dishes, and laundry
Medication management and reminders
Meal preparation and grocery shopping
Companionship
Transportation
Transferring and other forms of mobility assistance
Assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting
Cognitive stimulation, including conversation, reading aloud, and playing brain games
Supervision, especially for those in early stages of memory impairment
Respite for caregivers
Many older adults eventually reach a point where they can no longer care for themselves the way that they used to. Home care is an appealing option for many seniors and their families because it can be used for just a few hours a week or on an as-needed basis for those who are having some difficulties, but do not need constant care. It can serve as an in-between for seniors who are struggling to care for themselves or their home completely independently, but do not need around-the-clock assistance. It’s also a good option for seniors who may have been resistant to moving out of their home, but who do need help with some of their ADLs. Though each individual is different, below are some signs that it may be time for in-home care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Night shift
On call
Overnight shift
Overtime
Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
Home Care Aide Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)
Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person