Home Health Aide Jobs in Alton, IL

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 - Consistent Hours - Weekly Pay

  • Maryland Heights, MO (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Maryland Heights, MO (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

  • Hazelwood, MO (17 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (17 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Home Care Aide - Weekly Pay

  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Florissant, MO (15 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence. Weve got you covered Fast job placement for qualified candidates....

Hospice Aide

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

State Specific Requirements California State certification as a home health aide. Colorado Completed state training program AND certified via DORA....

Direct Support Professional 1 - Changing Room

  • Fairview Heights, IL (24 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL (24 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Provide appropriate personal care to participants, including assistance with restroom use, hygiene, meals, and minor medical issues....

At Home Caregiver (Mt. Olive, IL)

  • Mount Olive, IL (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Olive, IL (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Visiting Angels is also an opportunity for personal growth, Offering the opportunity for advanced training in areas like Dementia Care or Alzheimer's Care so that caregivers can continue to develop...

Home Care Aide

  • Worden, IL (14 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Worden, IL (14 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Healthcare benefits Employee benefits Flexible schedule - full time and part time available Direct deposit Competitive pay - $18/HR Caregiver Responsibilities: Assist with personal care Provide occasional...

Caregiver Open Interview Hiring Event- St. Louis MO

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

At Home Caregiver

  • Mount Olive, IL (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Olive, IL (22 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 4 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...

Caregiver HHA Daily Pay Available

  • Saint Charles, MO (18 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MO (18 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

A big heart and a passion for helping people with tasks like bathing, housekeeping, and meal prep. Reliable transportation to zoom to your clients' homes and spread joy....

Caregiver Open Interview Hiring Event- 4.30.25- St. Louis MO

  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (21 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 5 days ago

care tasks, including feeding, ambulation, and medical monitoring Assist with fostering positive relationships between individuals served and their housemates Ensuring client safety and maintaining...

Direct Support Professional

  • Alton, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Alton, IL
  • 6 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...

Home Care Aide

  • Granite City, IL (14 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Granite City, IL (14 miles from Alton, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Start earning at least $18 per hour plus benefits including health insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off. Earn even higher pay with experience. Join our team and get rewarded for your...

Caregiver

  • Alton, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Alton, IL
  • 8 days ago

Part time schedule! Pay: $18.00/hour! THRIVE AS A CAREGIVER AT SEVITA. EACH DAY, YOU’LL Be proud of rewarding work helping people grow, learn, and live well Develop real, meaningful relationships...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Alton, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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