Home Health Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Eye Mountain Care is committed to providing compassionate, empathetic, and high-quality care to clients and their loved ones. We are seeking dedicated Home Health Aides (HHAs) who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Responsibilities: Provide personal care assistance: bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and hygiene support.

• Assist with mobility and transfers, including walking and safe use of mobility devices.
• Perform light housekeeping: laundry, vacuuming, meal preparation, and maintaining a safe home environment.
• Offer companionship and emotional support, engaging clients in activities and conversation.
• Assist with medication reminders (as directed by family or nurse).
• Accompany clients to appointments, errands, and community outings.
• Monitor and report changes in client’s condition to supervisors promptly.
• Follow client’s individualized care plan under the direction of a registered nurse or administrator.
• Comply with all AHCA (Agency for Health Care Administration) and Florida state regulations for home health aides.

Requirements (State of Florida & Company Policy):

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completion of at least 40 hours of Home Health Aide training OR hold a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license recognized in Florida.
  • If you do not currently have the 40-hour HHA training, Eye Mountain Care will provide training for qualified candidates.
  • Trainees are expected to work with Eye Mountain Care for a minimum of 6 months during training and commit to at least 1 year of employment upon becoming a certified HHA.

Current Level 2 Background Screening (as required by Florida law).

• Valid CPR certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross preferred).
• Proof of negative TB test or chest X-ray.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English effectively.
• Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and transfer clients safely (up to 50 lbs).
• Must be punctual, dependable, and able to travel throughout Tampa & Odessa areas.

Preferred Qualities:

• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered mindset.
• Prior experience in home health, assisted living, or caregiving.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay (based on experience & certification).
• Flexible scheduling (full-time, part-time, weekends).
• Supportive team with ongoing training & professional development.
• Opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
• Meaningful work where you can make a difference every day.

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team! You will directly work with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Remind medication
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year prior professional experience
• Driver’s license required
• CPR certification required