Home Health Aide

365 Health Services • Full-time • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States • 1d ago

Home Health Aide (HHA) – Home Care - 365 Health Services

Position: Home Health Aide (HHA)
Department: Home Health / Home Care
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Per Diem
Reports To: Director of Nursing / Clinical Supervisor

About the Position

We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Home Health Aides (HHAs) to join our growing home care team serving the Philadelphia area and surrounding communities.

Our agency is committed to providing quality, patient-centered care in the comfort of patients' homes. We strive to help individuals maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life while receiving the support they need. We offer flexible scheduling, weekly pay, and benefits to eligible employees.

If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of patients and families, we would love to have you join our team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene.
Provide assistance with toileting, incontinence care, and maintaining personal cleanliness.
Assist patients with mobility, walking, positioning, and transferring as needed.
Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.
Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and maintaining proper nutrition and hydration.
Perform light housekeeping duties related to patient care, including laundry, changing bed linens, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Monitor and report changes in patients' physical, mental, or emotional conditions to the supervising nurse or appropriate agency personnel.
Assist patients with prescribed home exercise routines or activities as directed in the plan of care.
Remind patients about medications as permitted by agency policy and applicable regulations. HHAs do not administer medications unless specifically authorized by law and agency policy.
Encourage patient independence while providing appropriate assistance and support.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided.
Follow infection control procedures and maintain a safe home care environment.
Respect patients' privacy, dignity, rights, and confidentiality.
Communicate effectively with patients, family members, and the agency's clinical team.
Follow established plans of care, agency policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications and Requirements

Current Home Health Aide (HHA) certification or applicable training credentials as required by Pennsylvania regulations.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous home care, personal care, or healthcare experience preferred.
Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or required as applicable to the assignment.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently while following established plans of care.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license, if travel between patient homes is required.
Ability to maintain accurate patient care records and documentation.
Must successfully complete applicable background checks and employment screening requirements.

Skills and Personal Qualities

Compassionate, patient, and understanding.
Dependable, punctual, and professional.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Respectful of patients' cultural backgrounds, personal preferences, and individual needs.
Ability to work with elderly, disabled, and medically complex individuals.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Commitment to providing safe, respectful, and high-quality care.

Physical Requirements

Ability to assist patients with bathing, dressing, mobility, and transfers as needed.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform patient care duties during assigned shifts.
Ability to lift or assist with patient care activities within agency safety guidelines.
Ability to perform light housekeeping and other duties related to patient care.
Ability to provide physical assistance while following proper body mechanics and safety procedures.

Work Environment

This position involves providing personal care and supportive services in patients' private residences. Home Health Aides may work independently in the home while maintaining communication with the agency's supervisory and clinical team.

Assignments may involve caring for elderly individuals, individuals with disabilities, and patients requiring assistance with daily living activities.

What We Offer

Competitive pay.
Weekly pay – get paid every week!
Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability.
Employee benefits available to eligible employees.
Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities.
Supportive supervisory and clinical team.
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.
Opportunities to grow within the home care field.

Equal Employment Opportunity

365 Health Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and respectful work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable laws.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those we serve!