Home Health Aide Jobs in Hobart, IN

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

  • Merrillville, IN (4 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (4 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 9 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 Experienced $14 to $16 an hour

  • Merrillville, IN (4 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merrillville, IN (4 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities * Providing assistance and hygiene care as directed, including but not limited to: bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing, toileting activities and assisting with measurements...

Direct Support Professional (Lake County)

  • Merrillville, IN (4 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (4 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Northwest Indiana Department: Indiana Services Status: Full-time and Part-time Job Summary New Star is seeking dedicated and caring people to join our fantastic...

Caregiver

  • Olympia Fields, IL (23 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (23 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 4 days ago

of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities - Notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care...

Direct Support Professional - Matteson/Park Forest Area

  • Park Forest, IL (24 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Park Forest, IL (24 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Direct Support Professional - Central Residential Department: Residential Status: Full-time Job Summary Sertoma Star is seeking dedicated and caring people to join our fantastic team as full-time...

Direct Support Professional - South Holland/Thornton Area

  • Thornton, IL (19 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Thornton, IL (19 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Direct Support Professional - East Residential Department: Residential Status: Full-time Job Summary Sertoma Star is seeking dedicated and caring people to join our fantastic team as full-time...

Resident Caregiver - Memory Care - Part-time - Days

  • South Holland, IL (19 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Holland, IL (19 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 6 days ago

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

Resident Caregiver - Memory Care - Part-time - Evenings

  • South Holland, IL (19 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Holland, IL (19 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 6 days ago

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

Physical Therapist - PT / Physical Therapist Home Health - HHA

  • Hazel Crest, IL (22 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hazel Crest, IL (22 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 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,...

Direct Support Professional

  • Michigan City, IN (22 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (22 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 7 days ago

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 with the individuals you serve...

Caregiver for Group Home

  • Portage, IN (5 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portage, IN (5 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 7 days ago

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 with the individuals you serve...

Caregiver for Families

  • Flossmoor, IL (23 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Flossmoor, IL (23 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 8 days ago

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

Home Caregiver - Immediate Start for Live-Ins or all shifts Days or Overnights

  • Park Forest, IL (24 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Park Forest, IL (24 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Job Duties Include: + Provide essential, in-home care to seniors and disabled adults + Perform meal preparation/diet monitoring, including shopping for groceries + Help client with completing errands...

Per Diem Weekend Home Health Nurse

  • Homewood, IL (23 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Homewood, IL (23 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Work-life balance is yours in this nursing role! As a Home Health RN for Interim HealthCare, you can decide how much you work and how your days are structured. Simply set the schedule that works...

Home Health Aide

  • Hazel Crest, IL (22 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hazel Crest, IL (22 miles from Hobart, IN)
  • 10 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: As a Home Care Worker, you will provide essential assistance to clients who need support with daily living activities due to age, illness,...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Hobart, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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