Home Health Aide Jobs in Larkspur, 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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Caregivers (Bilingual - Japanese/English) Drivers Required

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

care: dressing, bathing, grooming and assisting with meals Light housekeeping: basic cleaning, laundry, and organizing Transportation: Driving clients to appointments, running errands, and grocery...

Seeking a Caregiver to Add to our Team in Postnatal Yoga CLass

  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

This class usually has 8 to 14 parent-infant pairs. We have four caregivers who work right in the class alongside the instructor and families in the yoga space and also in both an adjoining nap...

Behavioral Health Caregiver - Cotati ($23 - $27/hr)

  • Emeryville, CA (14 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Emeryville, CA (14 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, preparation and feeding of meals, dressing and undressing, ambulation and other activities as needed Implement and collect data of the behaviors and...

Caregiver (Marin County)

  • San Pablo, CA (10 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Pablo, CA (10 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

, dressing and toileting Mobility and incontinence care Light housekeeping, meal preparation Document tasks and report client changes Transportation Qualifications Required Skills and Qualifications...

Arcadia Home Health Aide

  • San Rafael, CA (2 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Rafael, CA (2 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

As an Arcadia Home Health Aide, you'll play a vital role in supporting seniors and people with disabilities living independently....

Arcadia Home Health Aide

  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (12 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties of HHA / Home Health Aide: Schedule: Short Shifts -- 2-6 hour shifts various times/days Personal care; dressing and bathing General homemaking; cooking, cleaning, laundry Errands for clients...

Home Health Aide

  • El Sobrante, CA (13 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • El Sobrante, CA (13 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) : bathing, dressing, grooming Provide companionship and emotional support Assist with administration of medications and monitor for changes in condition...

Home Care Aide

  • Larkspur, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Larkspur, CA
  • 1 day ago

As an Arcadia Home Health Aide, you'll play a vital role in supporting seniors and people with disabilities living independently....

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • South San Francisco, CA (20 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (20 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago

What is Papa? Papa is a rewarding service that connects compassionate individuals with older adults and families in need of support in their everyday lives. We're seeking kind-hearted, patient,...

Caregiver for Families

  • San Bruno, CA (22 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Bruno, CA (22 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago

What is Papa? Papa is a rewarding service that connects compassionate individuals with older adults and families in need of support in their everyday lives. We're seeking kind-hearted, patient,...

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Millbrae, CA (24 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Millbrae, CA (24 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago

What is Papa? Papa is a rewarding service that connects compassionate individuals with older adults and families in need of support in their everyday lives. We're seeking kind-hearted, patient,...

Caregiver

  • Larkspur, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Larkspur, CA
  • 2 days ago

What is Papa? Papa is a rewarding service that connects compassionate individuals with older adults and families in need of support in their everyday lives. We're seeking kind-hearted, patient,...

Caregiver

  • El Cerrito, CA (13 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (13 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Caregiver SYNERGY HomeCare of Walnut Creek Now By checking this box, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions, Cookies and Privacy Policy. Continue Compensation $20.00 per hour Job Type : Full...

Behavioral Health Caregiver - San Rafael ($27 - $28/hr)

  • San Rafael, CA (2 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Rafael, CA (2 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As well as assisting family members on maintaining the client in his/her home by relieving the family members from basic self-help needs and other activities of daily living including interaction, socialization...

Behavioral Health Caregiver - Mill Valley ($27 - $28/hr)

  • Mill Valley, CA (3 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mill Valley, CA (3 miles from Larkspur, CA)
  • 2 days ago

care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, preparation and feeding of meals, dressing and undressing, ambulation and other activities as needed Implement and collect data of the behaviors and...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Larkspur, CA

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Larkspur, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

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


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