About this opportunity
PurposeCare lists this Home Health Aide opportunity in akron, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Home Health Caregiver
You'll join a compassionate, fast-growing home health and home care team that supports patients one-on-one in their homes and communities. Expect to be hands-on -- providing personal care, supporting daily living needs, and making a real difference in someone's day, every shift. This is a role for someone dependable, patient, and service-driven who wants meaningful work and flexible opportunities. Licensed HHAs/CNAs are encouraged to apply -- and we also welcome motivated candidates willing to become certified.
Why this role matters
This is a high-impact, patient-facing caregiving role. You'll be a trusted presence in the home -- helping clients stay safe, comfortable, and independent. Your work directly supports quality of life for patients and peace of mind for their families. If you're energized by helping others, value one-on-one care, and want work that truly matters, this is a strong opportunity.
Key responsibilities
Provide personal care support including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, and toileting
Assist with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and range-of-motion exercises per care plan
Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed
Support medication self-administration through reminders (no independent med administration)
Monitor and report patient condition and changes to the supervising nurse
Take and record basic vital signs when trained and assigned
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly client environment
Assist with linens and light client laundry as appropriate
Use safety equipment properly (rails, supports, stools, etc.)
Document care provided according to company and regulatory standards
Travel reliably to patient homes and assigned visits across your service area
Complete required in-service training, including annual dementia education
What success looks like
Patients feel safe, respected, and well cared for
On-time arrival and dependable attendance for assigned visits
Accurate, timely care documentation
Positive feedback from patients and families
Completion of required certifications and training on schedule
Strong communication with supervising nurse and care team
Must-have requirements
Age 18 or older
1 year of caregiving experience (within last 2 years) under RN supervision
Willingness to complete competency and skills assessments
Ability to follow written care instructions and document services
Compassion, patience, and professionalism with vulnerable populations
Ability to work independently in home settings
Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Willingness to complete background screening, and onboarding requirements
Nice-to-have
Active HHA or CNA certification or willingness to obtain certification
Home health or home care experience
CPR and Adult First Aid certification
Experience supporting seniors or medically complex clients
Experience working with dementia or memory care patients
Work environment & schedule
One-on-one care in patient homes and occasional facility settings
Flexible scheduling options may be available (full-time, part-time, PRN depending on market)
Assignments may include homes with pets or smokers
Travel within your preferred coverage area
Ideal candidate profile
You may be a great fit if you:
Are licensed -- or motivated to become licensed
Enjoy helping others and building trust with clients
Are calm, respectful, and safety-focused
Can handle sensitive or challenging situations professionally
Are dependable and punctual
Communicate clearly with patients, families, and nurses
Want meaningful, people-centered work
If you're ready to make a daily difference in someone's life -- we'd love to meet you.
Are you searching for a purpose? PurposeCare is bringing healthcare home, and we want you to join our family.
PurposeCare is a leading provider of home care and home health services in the Midwest and provides home-based care services to more than 3,000 clients a month carefully coordinated to keep clients healthy and safe at home. With excellent caregivers and innovative technology, PurposeCare ensures that our most vulnerable are provided with the support necessary to live full lives in their community. Your care is our purpose.
As a growing company we provide:
A rewarding career making a difference, changing lives & communities
Schedule flexibility
Ongoing growth, training & professional development
Mentor, on-call & referral programs
Opportunity to apply for positions at our other PurposeCare locations
Worksite address
akron, OH, 44329, US
Who can apply
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