Home Health Aide Jobs in Covington, GA

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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Caregiver Needed for Two Preschool Children, Evening Hours

  • Covington, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 2 days ago

We seek a reliable babysitter for two preschool-aged children, beginning on June 13, 2025. The schedule is 7pm-4am. Then June 14th 7pm- 3am. The other events I have in July will be from 5pm-10pm...

Housekeeper and Companion Caregiver

  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 2 days ago

The Best Place to Work recognition came straight from the source - caregiver companions, home health aides and nursing aides who voted where they want to work....

Well Experienced Caregiver 9 Hours Saturday Ellenwood

  • Ellenwood, GA (24 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ellenwood, GA (24 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 4 days ago

From basic companion care (which includes, but is not limited to light housekeeping, sitter care, transportation, meal preparation, etc.) to more integral personal care (which includes, but is not limited...

Caregiver needed for 1 elementary child for homework and bedtime help.

  • Lithonia, GA (21 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lithonia, GA (21 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for a babysitter to care for our elementary-aged child on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM, starting on August 6, 2025. The babysitter will help with...

Physical Therapist - PT / Physical Therapist Home Health - HHA

  • Stockbridge, GA (19 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stockbridge, GA (19 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 6 days ago

As a home health physical therapist, you'll provide PT services to help patients regain their health and mobility. Working at patients' homes, you'll assess their mobility, strength and function,...

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Grayson, GA (23 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Grayson, GA (23 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver for Families

  • Covington, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Covington, GA
  • 8 days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver Needed for Two Elementary Children, Monday to Thursday

  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (12 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 14 days ago

We seek a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged children from May 28, 2025. Work hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The babysitter will supervise daily activities, help with...

Overnight Caregiver

  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 16 days ago

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene Help clients with routine exercises Plan and prepare meals with assistance from the clients (when they are able) Do the clients shopping or accompany them...

Registered Nurse Home Health

  • Stockbridge, GA (19 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Stockbridge, GA (19 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 19 days ago

Coordinate/oversee/supervise the work of Home Health Aides, Certified Home Health Aides and Personal Care Workers and provides written personal care instructions/care plan that reflect current plan...

Personal Caregiver

  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 19 days ago

Care Assistant (PCA) Experience is a plus, but not required Access to insured and reliable transportation Dedication to professional development, including organizational and state-required training...

Home Care Aide

  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 19 days ago

Meaningful work with clients who need your help Industry leader with 40+ years of history in a high-demand field As a Personal Care Attendant, you'll work 1-on-1 with your clients inside their homes...

At Home Caregiver

  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Monroe, GA (17 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 23 days ago

An At Home Caregiver with Visiting Angels Athens supports the seniors they serve with a wide range of responsibilities from light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation to one-on-one mobility assistance...

Caregiver

  • Social Circle, GA (10 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Social Circle, GA (10 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 24 days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Caregiver

  • Jenkinsburg, GA (19 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jenkinsburg, GA (19 miles from Covington, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Demographic Data for Covington, GA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Covington, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Covington, GA 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 Covington, GA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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