About this opportunity
Home Care Network, Inc. lists this STNA / CNA / Home Health Aide (HHA) / In-Home Caregiver - Brown County, OH opportunity in sardinia, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Home Health Aide (HHA Incl. STNA, CNA, PCA) or DoDD DSPSpecializations:Home Health Aide requirements: Either active CNA or STNA certification + 1 or more years of paid experience. Or +2 or more years of paid home health experience for HHA or PCA without certification.DSP (Direct Support Professional) requirements: Active DSP Certification from Ohio DODD + 1 or more years of experience caring for persons with disabilities.Additional Medication Certifications, Hoyer lift experience, specific disease-state care experience, etc., are highly desirable but not required.Location: Brown County, Ohio including Georgetown, Mount Orab, Ripley, Sardinia, Hamersville, Fayetteville, and surrounding areas.Willingness to travel to clients up to a 30-minute radius (from your home) is required.Up to 45- or 60-minute client travel radius (from your home) is highly desired.Schedule Type: (Customizable) Choose weekdays and/or weekends - with daytime and/or evening shifts available.Unlike some agencies, HCN provides caregivers with consistent, predictable weekly schedules.We match you to clients with set days/times of care each week that align with your availability and preferences - instead of changing shift assignments or rotations every few weeks. This provides you with more stable hours, dependable income, and better work/life balance, and allows deeper relationships, consistency, and trust to be built between you and your clients (and their families). If joining us as a second job, your other employer must be flexible enough to work around your set schedule with us, as we require consistency and reliability for our clients.Employment Type:This is a long-term employment opportunity (2+ years at HCN)Part-Time (8-31 hrs/wk) and Full-Time (32-40 hrs/wk) positions available - built to fit your availability and preferences.Position Summary:To support new clients in Southern Ohio requiring home healthcare services, Home Care Network, Inc. is seeking 2-3 experienced, passionate, and professional Home Health Aides (incl. HHA, STNA, CNA, PCA or DoDD DSP) to join our home health agency and provide daily care, skill development, health monitoring, and advocacy to and on behalf of clients across Brown County, Ohio and surrounding areas.
Responsibilities:
Personal care, hygiene, mobility, and ADL assistanceLight housekeeping and meal prepCommunity Integration & Skill Building (inside AND outside of the home) May include chaperoning or accompaniment to eventsImplementation of Individual Service Plan (ISP)Demonstrated ability to follow a written Plan of CareHealth & Safety MonitoringBehavioral SupportSupporting client independence and safetyPro-active observation and excellent electronic documentationRights Protection & AdvocacyTotal Care Team CollaborationOngoing Training & Certification RequirementsProfessional, caring, and compassionate behavior to clients, client families, and your peers / co-workersSchedule Options:Weekdays and/or Weekends (or Hybrid) include daytime and/or evenings. Night/Overnight shifts are rarely available.Part-Time and Full-Time availability desired (based on client needs and availability).Occasional client-specific flexibility is needed between school year vs summer/holiday schedules (for pediatric clients), and general family respite needs and/or medical appointment changes.Local travel throughout Lucas County and surrounding areas.Requirements / Non-Negotiables:Minimum of 1 year paid in-home care or caregiving experienceActively-certified DSPs, STNAs and CNAs w/ +1 year experience are highly desired (or HHA/PCA with 2+ years paid experience) DSPs also require a valid DoDD DSP certificate within the past 12 months and familiarity with Ohio Board of DoDD rules.Successful completion of all HCN skills tests and competency evaluations. Willingness and timely compliance to maintain all ongoing Training & Certification RequirementsActive CPR + FA certification (+ proof/documentation of both readily available) Medication Administration Certification is highly preferred18yo + active Driver's License / State IDReliable transportation to all scheduled visits, within full reach of stated travel radius.Exceptional on-time and attendance record, and consistent availability aligned to your chosen schedule type (PT/FT/Hybrid).Consent + Ability to pass a State & Federal background check (including fingerprints)Willing and able to regularly perform all physical demands of home care (including lifting/carrying up to 30–50 lbs. occasionally).Required Core Competencies, Traits & Personal Skills:Ability to build trust with individuals; 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.Preferred Skills & Qualifications (not required):3-5 years paid caregiving experience with exceptional referralsExperience with: G-tubes / feeding support, Seizure protocols, Behavioral health or crisis response, EVV activities and complianceFamiliarity with Medicaid waiver servicesStarting Pay Rate (Hourly): $15 - $17 per hourPay Rate based on location, certifications, experience, schedule and travel availability, work history, references, client needs, and overall fit.What we offer:Consistent, predictable schedules (some 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.Growth Opportunities: Pay and title promotions for advanced certifications and degrees, as well as schedule accommodations for school/classes.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.Report to: RN Case Manager / AdministratorA successful Home Healthcare Aide 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.Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability:As a Home Health Aide, you will:Deliver direct patient care and support, following the established plan of care.Measure and record vital signs and other specified metrics as instructed. <
Worksite address
sardinia, OH, 45171, US
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