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Valvoline

Assistant Manager

Phenix City, AL · On-site

$20.25/hr

As an Assistant Service Center Manager (ASCM), you are the right hand of the Service Center Manager ... People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged ...

VIOC

Assistant Manager

Phenix City, AL · On-site

$20.25/hr

As an Assistant Service Center Manager (ASCM), you are the right hand of the Service Center Manager ... People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged ...

Avanta Care Home Care

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Ozark, AL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

In-Person (Client Homes & Community Settings) Service Program: Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Job Overview We are currently hiring Home Health Aides (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistants ...

Avanta Care Home Care

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Ozark, AL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

In-Person (Client Homes & Community Settings) Service Program: Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Job Overview We are currently hiring Home Health Aides (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistants ...

Avanta Care Home Care

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Ozark, AL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

In-Person (Client Homes & Community Settings) Service Program: Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Job Overview We are currently hiring Home Health Aides (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistants ...

Avanta Care Home Care

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Ozark, AL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

In-Person (Client Homes & Community Settings) Service Program: Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD) Job Overview We are currently hiring Home Health Aides (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistants ...

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What are some common challenges disability services assistants face when supporting students or clients, and how can these be managed?

Disability Services Assistants often encounter challenges such as accommodating diverse needs, ensuring timely access to resources, and maintaining effective communication with both clients and staff. Balancing a high caseload while providing personalized support can be demanding. Successful assistants manage these challenges through strong organizational skills, ongoing training in accessibility best practices, and regular collaboration with educators, case managers, and medical professionals to provide holistic support. Open communication and flexibility are key to adapting to each individual's unique requirements.

What is a disability services assistant?

Disability Services Assistants are professionals who support individuals with disabilities in educational, workplace, or community settings. Their main role is to provide assistance that enables individuals to access services, accommodations, and resources needed for daily activities or academic success. This may include helping with note-taking, mobility, communication, or using assistive technology. They often work under the supervision of disability services coordinators or specialists, ensuring compliance with legal requirements such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Their work is crucial in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disability services assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disability Services Assistant, you need a background in disability support, knowledge of relevant legislation, and typically a certificate or diploma in disability or community services. Familiarity with assistive technologies, case management software, and accessibility tools is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and problem-solving abilities help build trust and effectively support clients' needs. These competencies ensure personalized, respectful assistance that empowers individuals with disabilities and supports organizational compliance.
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Home Health Aide (HHA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Avanta Care Home Care

Ozark, AL • On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Home Health Aide (HHA) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Work Location: In-Person (Client Homes & Community Settings)
Service Program: Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD)
Job Overview
We are currently hiring Home Health Aides (HHA) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to support individuals served through the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). Staff will provide Personal Support, Respite Care, Life Skills Development (Level 1), and Companionship to clients with developmental and physical disabilities in home and community-based settings.
This role is ideal for compassionate, dependable professionals who are committed to promoting independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide Personal Support Services, including assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transfers, and mobility.
  • Deliver Respite Services to ensure continuity of care while supporting families and caregivers.
  • Assist with Life Skills Development (Level 1) by helping clients build and maintain basic daily living and functional skills.
  • Provide Companionship Services, engaging clients in meaningful social and recreational activities.
  • Prepare meals and assist with feeding, following dietary and safety guidelines.
  • Perform patient observation, monitoring physical, emotional, and behavioral changes and reporting concerns as required.
  • Support clients with memory care and cognitive engagement, ensuring a safe and structured environment.
  • Maintain a clean and safe living environment through light housekeeping, including laundry and basic cleaning.
  • Administer CPR in emergency situations and assist with catheter care when authorized by the client's care plan.
  • Follow all APD guidelines, agency policies, and individualized support plans.

Requirements
  • Valid HHA or CNA certification (required).
  • Experience working with individuals with developmental or physical disabilities is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to perform personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and companionship duties.
  • Strong observational, communication, and documentation skills.
  • CPR certification is highly desirable (or willingness to obtain).
  • Knowledge of APD services, hospice care, or behavioral support is a plus.
  • Compassionate, patient, and professional demeanor.
  • Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following structured care and support plans.

Medical Specialty
  • Home Health
  • Developmental & Disability Services (APD)

Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Becoming a Caregiver
Professional caregivers go by many names: homemakers, home care aides, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, personal care assistants, direct care workers. No matter the name, what they all have in common is a calling to care for people in the comfort of their own homes.
As our population ages, the demand for caregivers is growing every day! Is this career right for you?
Member businesses are independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the member business, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that business. All inquiries about employment at these businesses should be made directly to the business location, and not to Home Care Association of America.

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