Home Health Aide Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Direct Support Professional

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

community participion, household budgeting, exercise, nutrition, and supporting vocional responsibilities Support persons served with living skills such as personal hygiene, grooming, and/or bhing and toileting...

In Person

Direct Support Professional

  • Sevita
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 19 days ago

Transportation and support out in the community: outings/field trips, medical appointments, and shopping Assist with daily living skills including meal preparation and assist with medication administration...

In Person

Home Health Aide PT Weekends (Bilingual Spanish)

  • SALUDOS HISPANOS
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Assistance with activities of daily living, personal care and any other assignments as included in the service plan. 7....

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Home Care Aide NEEDED For Elderly Male In Bakersfield, CA

  • Care Planning Institute
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

We are in need of a Personal Care Aide to assist one of our clients who is an elderly male Veteran and needs some help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and walking - to stay independent at home....

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Caregiver/Direct Care Provider

  • Centre For Neuro Skills
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Overview: As a member of our team, your role of Caregiver/Direct Care will involve supervising and directly training patients with brain injuries in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and therapeutic...

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Caregiver/Hiring Spanish speakers urgently!

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities include: Personal care assistance Meal preparation Light housekeeping Medication reminders Companionship Making a positive difference in the lives of our seniors Our Investment in You...

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Bakersfield In home caregiver

  • Aarris Healthcare
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene Assistance with transfers & ambulation Provide medication reminders Prepare and cook meals Knowledge...

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Direct Support Professional - Integrated Work Program

  • PathPoint
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Do you enjoy teaching and coaching others? Are you looking for a job where you can be creative, have fun, and make a difference with an awesome team? PathPoint is excited to welcome part-time...

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Caregiver

  • Ivy Park
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 90+ days ago

This includes eating, bathing, dressing toileting, transferring (walking), and continence....

In Person

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.



Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.6%
High School or GED
20.5%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Bakersfield, CA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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