RESPONSIBILITIES I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Under the supervision and the direction of a registered nurse, physical, occupational or speech therapist in the community, assists in the care of patients in the patient’s home following specific care plans. II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking. • Constant: reaching above, at and below shoulders; repetitive arm/hand motion. • Frequent: standing, walking, stooping/bending, gripping of objects, and twisting body. • Occasional: lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling usual weight of 50 pounds of force. III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: • Subjected to adverse environmental conditions like blood borne pathogens. IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Certificate of Nurse Aide Training. • Valid U.S. driver’s license and vehicle with insurance as required by Hawaii State Law. • Driver’s abstract reflecting evidence of good driving record. • Current BLS certification. B. EXPERIENCE: • Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice to treat patients. • Knowledge and use of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. • Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and the public. • Knowledge of Home Health Aide theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. • Knowledge of medical equipment instruments to administer patient care. • Able to apply principles, methods, techniques, policies, and procedures necessary for a Home Health Aide. • Able to complete electronic records and respond to clinical disciplinary team promptly to provide quality care for the patients. • Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, health care providers and the public. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet