Caregiver for Military Veteran CNA HHA

Job Description

Job DescriptionBenefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Pay: $16.00$20.00 per hour
Job type: Full-time / Part-time
Schedule: Days/evenings/nights; 412 hr shifts; weekend options
Location: Clients within ~30 minutes of Clay County


Overview
Serve those who served. Assisting Hands South Jacksonville is hiring CNAs and HHAs to support military veteran clients at home. Youll provide respectful, routine-based assistance and work closely with families (and when applicable, VA-connected providers/case managers) to keep veterans safe, comfortable, and independent.

What youll do

• 1:1 Daily Living Support: bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting/incontinence care
• Mobility & Transfers: gait belt/stand-by assist; fall-prevention practices; safe-home setup
• Meals & Routines: simple meal prep aligned with family guidance, hydration, medication reminders (no administration)
• Transportation & Errands: appointments, groceries, pharmacy pick-ups (per list)
• Companionship: conversation, structured activities, routine check-ins; trauma-informed, respectful communication
• Observations: app-based notes; observe & report changes (mood, appetite, sleep, pain, safety)

Why youll love working with us

• Access to early pay, overtime pay opportunities
• Paid mileage when serving multiple clients in one day
• Flexible scheduling with predictable routes (within ~30 minutes of home)
• Referral bonuses, monthly recognitions & performance bonuses
• Five paid holidays & supplemental insurance for full-time
• Supportive local office with team socials/events and real-time help

What helps you succeed with veteran clients

• Respect for structure, punctuality, and clear communication
• Patience and professionalism with hearing loss, mobility limits, or memory changes
• Comfort using calm, de-escalating approaches (e.g., for anxiety, hypervigilance)
• Willingness to follow care plans and household routines consistently