Posting Title: Home Health Aide (HHA) / 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
โข Assist with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and range-of-motion exercises per care plan
โข Prepare meals and assist with feeding as needed
โข Support medication self-administration through reminders (no independent med administration)
โข Monitor and report patient condition and changes to the supervising nurse
โข Take and record basic vital signs when trained and assigned
โข Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly client environment
โข Assist with linens and light client laundry as appropriate
โข Use safety equipment properly (rails, supports, stools, etc.)
โข Document care provided according to company and regulatory standards
โข Travel reliably to patient homes and assigned visits across your service area
โข Complete required in-service training, including annual dementia education
What success looks like
- Patients feel safe, respected, and well cared for
โข On-time arrival and dependable attendance for assigned visits
โข Accurate, timely care documentation
โข Positive feedback from patients and families
โข Completion of required certifications and training on schedule
โข Strong communication with supervising nurse and care team
Must-have requirements
- Age 18 or older
โข Active HHA or CNA certification or willingness to obtain certification
โข Willingness to complete competency and skills assessments
โข Ability to follow written care instructions and document services
โข Compassion, patience, and professionalism with vulnerable populations
โข Ability to work independently in home settings
โข Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client homes
โข Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
โข Willingness to complete TB testing, background screening, and onboarding requirements
Nice-to-have
- 6+ months of caregiving or direct patient care experience
โข Home health or home care experience
โข CPR and Adult First Aid certification
โข Experience supporting seniors or medically complex clients
โข Experience working with dementia or memory care patients
Work environment & schedule
- One-on-one care in patient homes and occasional facility settings
โข Flexible scheduling options may be available (full-time, part-time, PRN depending on market)
โข Assignments may include homes with pets or smokers
โข Travel within your preferred coverage area
Ideal candidate profile
You may be a great fit if you:
- Are licensed - or motivated to become licensed
โข Enjoy helping others and building trust with clients
โข Are calm, respectful, and safety-focused
โข Can handle sensitive or challenging situations professionally
โข Are dependable and punctual
โข Communicate clearly with patients, families, and nurses
โข 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