Home Health Aide

Home Health Aide
Location: Sterling Heights, MI
Pay Rate: $26,000 to $35,000 per year

Position Overview
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and reliable Home Health Aides to join a growing team of healthcare professionals serving the Sterling Heights, MI community. This is a meaningful opportunity for caring individuals who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the daily lives of patients and their families. Home Health Aides play a critical role in the broader healthcare ecosystem by providing essential personal care and support services to elderly individuals, those recovering from illness or surgery, and people living with disabilities or chronic health conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal hygiene tasks including bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral care
• Support mobility needs including transferring, repositioning, and accompanying clients on walks
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals in accordance with dietary restrictions and individual preferences
• Perform light housekeeping duties such as laundry, vacuuming, and general tidying of living spaces
• Monitor and document changes in client health status and report concerns to supervising clinical staff
• Administer medication reminders and ensure clients follow prescribed care routines
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and meaningful social engagement during scheduled visits
• Transport clients to medical appointments, errands, and community activities as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care activities and observations
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and family members to ensure consistent, high-quality care

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Current Home Health Aide certification or Certified Nursing Assistant credential preferred
• Minimum of one year of experience in a caregiving, home health, or similar personal care role
• Valid Michigan driver's license and reliable personal transportation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a genuine empathy for clients
• Ability to lift and transfer clients weighing up to 50 pounds safely
• Reliable, punctual, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to undergo a background check and drug screening prior to employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a related field is preferred

Screening Questions

• How many years of experience do you have relevant to this Home Health Aide role?
• Do you hold any required licenses or certifications for this position?
• Are you available to work onsite in Sterling Heights, MI?