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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$34,103 / year median in Maryland
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Job Position:
Support Staff Service:
Community Development Service, Personal Support Service Schedule:
11am-7pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.Job Summary:
Provide personal support for a 22 year old male with autism. He verbally communications but has a limited vocabulary. Most of his emotions can be perceived through body language. He enjoys video games, anime, going to bookstore, fast food, video stores, mall.Duties/Responsibilities:
[list the regular duties and responsibilities of the position]- Teach household chores (vacuuming, making bed, dishes, etc.)
- Teach IADLs (money management, etc)
- Driving with participant to multiple places within Washington County and the surrounding areas each day
- Encouraging social interaction
- Prompting to complete activities
Required Skills/Abilities:
[List the required skills and abilities of the position. ]- At least 1 year Direct Support experience with people with disability
- Experience with ABA or RBT
- Ability to quickly learn and be educated
- Ability to be patient and calm in all situations
- Ability to adapt to different communication styles
- Strong self-confidence in your own abilities and not easily intimidated
- Ability to be flexible with services