HOME HEALTH AIDE

The purpose of this position is to assist senior citizens with routine tasks supporting independent living.  

• Assists clients with maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment; travels to and from client homes; vacuums, sweeps, and mops floors; dusts furniture; changes bed linens; cleans kitchen and bathroom; launders clothing and bedding; empties trash cans; and performs other light housekeeping duties as assigned. 
• May perform other duties if included on the plan of care; runs errands, assists with correspondence and similar tasks. Notifies supervisor or other staff of changes in client's status, condition, or environment. 
• Completes various forms, correspondence, and other documentation for use in preparation of department reports and to communicate client’s information. 
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, clients, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; and participates in staff meetings, in-service training, and continuing education activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Must possess and maintain the following certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred), CPR, and First Aid.  

Special Requirements: 

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of local government operations, Senior Services related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job. 
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.  
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes. 
• Ability to operate a copying machine. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment. Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, odors, fumes, wetness, humidity, hazardous materials, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, or disease.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description.  Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.  Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.