What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Duty HHA - Home Health Aide position at Empath Health?
Empath Personal Care, a part of Empath Health, is seeking dedicated and compassionate Home Health Aides to provide personalized care to clients in their homes across Port Charlotte, Venice, and North Port. This is a meaningful opportunity to support patients’ comfort and independence while enjoying the flexibility of PRN scheduling and the support of a trusted, mission-driven organization.
Empath Personal Care offers competitive weekly pay and a chance to make a lasting impact in your community.
What You’ll Do
- Provide compassionate personal care and assistance with daily living activities in patients’ homes.
- Support clients’ comfort, dignity, and independence through individualized care.
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated service.
- Observe and report changes in patient condition to clinical staff.
- Travel within the assigned service area to deliver care as scheduled.
What You’ll Need
- HHA Certificate (40 hours) or CNA license preferred.
- CPR certification (in-house classes available if needed).
- Minimum of six (6) months of healthcare or home health experience preferred — free training available for new caregivers.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs. and communicate effectively in English.
- Valid Florida Driver License, proof of auto insurance, and ability to travel within the service area.
PRN Commitment: 48 hours per month and at least two weekend shifts per month. No experience? No problem!
Empath Personal Care offers free training to become a certified Home Health Aide — giving you the opportunity to build a meaningful, long-term career in healthcare.
For more information, please call or text 727-218-9675.
Why You’ll Love Working at Empath Health
- Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
- Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
- Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You’ll Find at Empath Health
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.