Home Health Aide Jobs in Glenwood, 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 Needed for Two Children in Preschool and Elementary

  • Cicero, IL (22 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cicero, IL (22 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

We need a reliable babysitter for our two children, ages preschool and elementary. The job starts on June 9, 2025, and covers Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM....

Home Care Aide

  • Robbins, IL (8 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Robbins, IL (8 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications: Able to pass a criminal background check...

Resident Caregiver - Memory Care - Part-time - Days

  • South Holland, IL (4 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Holland, IL (4 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

care, food service, housekeeping, laundry, behavior management, socialization, activities, orientation, and information needs....

Caregiver - Immediate Openings

  • Ind Head Park, IL (20 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ind Head Park, IL (20 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Caregiver/Home Care Aide

  • Ind Head Park, IL (20 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ind Head Park, IL (20 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

In Home Caregiver

  • Ind Head Park, IL (20 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ind Head Park, IL (20 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

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

Caregiver

  • Hobart, IN (19 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobart, IN (19 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 1 day ago

/dressing and personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, dressing, light housekeeping, light cleaning, laundry and cooking/meal preparation Transportation to appointments, errands and social outings Standby...

Caregiver

  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 2 days ago

You may be asked to do light housekeeping, companionship, outings, medical appointments, showers, toileting, medication reminders, dressing, grooming, oral care, transferring, or any other ADL or IADL...

Part-Time Caregiver - Homewood, IL

  • Homewood, IL (3 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Homewood, IL (3 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene. Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises. Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed....

Part-Time Caregiver - Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 2 PM - Tinley Park, IL

  • Tinley Park, IL (11 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (11 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Assist clients with personal care and hygiene. Help clients complete physical therapy and other recommended exercises. Do the client's shopping or accompany them when they shop if needed....

Caregiver for Weekend

  • Gary, IN (14 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gary, IN (14 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Personal Care: provide personal care assistance which could include preparing meals, bathing, feeding, toileting, transferring, encouraging exercises, and grooming....

Caregivers/Home Health Aides

  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Personal Care: provide personal care assistance which could include preparing meals, bathing, feeding, toileting, transferring, encouraging exercises, and grooming....

Caregiver-Fort Bend County

  • Hinsdale, IL (24 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (24 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES INCLUDE: Aiding with activities of daily living Assisting with shopping, errands & transportation Pick up prescriptions & assist with telehealth visits Light housekeeping Meal preparation...

Overnight Weekend Caregiver

  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We need caregivers to assist seniors and disabled adults in Northwest Indiana with activities of daily living, in their homes or care facilities....

Experienced Caregivers or Home Health Aides

  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (17 miles from Glenwood, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Personal Care: provide personal care assistance which could include preparing meals, bathing, feeding, toileting, transferring, encouraging exercises, and grooming....

Demographic Data for Glenwood, IL

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Glenwood, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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