In-Home Caregiver / STNA / HHA - WEEKENDS (PT or FT) - Home Health Agency - Jackson County, OH | SE OH

Responsibilities

• Personal Care & Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
• Support safe use of assistive devices (walkers, wheelchairs, lifts)
• Nutrition & Meal Support
• Homemaking & Environmental Support (IADLs) including light housekeeping, errands, and tasks required to maintain a clean, safe, and organized home environment
• Community Engagement & Appointment Support, Coordination, and (in approved situations) Transportation
• Basic Health and Safety Monitoring
• Care Plan Implementation
• Dementia & Behavioral Support (if applicable)
• Pro-active observation and excellent electronic documentation
• Client Rights, Dignity & Confidentiality
• Total Care Team Collaboration
• Ongoing Training & Certification Requirements

Schedule Options • Primary

• Saturdays and Sundays (Weekends)
• Additional Weekday shifts / additional clients may be available for additional hours
• Part-Time minimum schedule of 16 hours/wk required | Full-Time desired
• Local travel within Jackson County | Expanded cases/hours may include adjacent Counties (not required)

Requirements: / Non-Negotiables

• Job-Related
• Minimum of 1 year paid in-home care or caregiving experience (STNA/CNA certification in lieu of experience will be considered)
• Successful completion of all agency-provided HHA/PCA orientation, skills tests and competency evaluations.
• Willingness and timely compliance to maintain all ongoing Training & Certification Requirements
• Active CPR + FA certification and documentation of both (+ proof/documentation of both readily available)
• Medication Administration Certification is highly preferred
• Willing and able to regularly perform all physical demands of home care (including lifting/carrying up to 30–50 lbs. occasionally).

• Core Competencies, Traits & Personal Skills
• Ability to build trust with individuals with developmental disabilities; Strong communication skills (verbal & written); Patience, empathy, and compassion.
• Ability to implement behavior support plans; De-escalation and problem-solving skills; Ability to promote independence rather than dependence.
• Recognize changes in health status; Follow care plans and medical protocols; Understand and apply infection control and safety procedures.
• Ability to complete daily service documentation, incident reports, and EVV (Electronic Visit Verification) entries.
• Possess above-basic computer and mobile device proficiency. Experience with modern EMR/EHRs is a plus.
• Must adhere to Individual rights protections (Ohio Bill of Rights for individuals with DD), Confidentiality (HIPAA compliance), and Mandatory reporting laws (abuse, neglect, exploitation)
• Must maintain professionalism with individuals, families, and care teams

• General Employment
• Exceptional on-time and attendance record, and consistent availability aligned to your chosen schedule type (PT/FT/Hybrid)
• Character traits: reliable, honest beyond reproach, professional, compassionate, detail-oriented (in care + documentation), accountable, friendly and accommodating, respectful
• Willingness and ability to perform required physical demands (see below)
• Consent + Ability to pass a State & Federal background check (including fingerprints)
• Must be eligible to work in home and community-based settings (HCBS)
• 18yo + active Driver's License / State ID + US Work Authorization
• Reliable transportation to all scheduled visits, within full reach of stated travel radius and assigned clients

Preferred Skills & Qualifications (not required) • Experience with

• G-tubes / feeding support
• Seizure protocols
• Behavioral health or crisis response
• High School diploma or GED
• Active STNA (State Tested Nurse Aide) or CNA certification, or previous home health aide certification
• Previous home health experience (1-3 years)
• Familiarity with Medicaid waiver services

What We Offer

• This is available as a full-time, weekday - daytime position.
• Flexible shift times also available - we build reliable, consistent schedules that fit your lifestyle and pay weekly.
• Weekly pay (on Fridays) including paid onboarding and training.
• No Requirements for On-Call shifts, Weekends, extensive travel distances, or overtime (when not desired).
• Friendly travel expectations: Up to 30-minute client travel radius (from your home) is required.
• Up to 45- or 60-minute client travel radius (from your home) is highly desired (not required).
• Candidates seeking cases closer to home (<30 minutes) will be considered if necessary.
• Mileage reimbursement between multiple clients is provided.
• Full-time employees are eligible for qualifying 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.

Position Reports to: RN Case Manager / Program or Regional Administrator

A successful DSP provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist in their region. You will be assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professionals and perform services for clients as necessary to maintain personal comfort and safety in their home.

Main physical demands

• Frequent standing walking, stopping/bending infrequent squatting/kneeling and balancing
• Weight handled:
• push, force required: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently.
• carry/lift: 1-20 lbs. frequently, 20-30 lbs. occasionally, 30-50 lbs. infrequently.

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