Home Health Aide Jobs in Casco, ME

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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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Portland, ME (24 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Portland, ME (24 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview $15,000 Sign on Bonus Territory is Biddeford, Saco, Dayton, Alfred, Waterboro, Buxton, Hollis Full-time days Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to...

Caregiver position needed

  • Buxton, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buxton, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Hello, I am a caring and loving caregiver of over 10+ years of healthcare experience. I am looking for a part-time caregiving position in the Southern Maine area until the end of October. Im...

Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Auburn, ME (16 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, ME (16 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Duties Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility....

Home Health Aide

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Duties Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility....

Caregiver

  • Buxton, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buxton, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Replies within 24 hours RESPONSIBILITIES Performs personal care and patient-specific activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living, including but not limited to: Help with patients...

Home Care Aide

  • Buxton, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buxton, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Becoming a Caregiver Professional caregivers go by many names: homemakers, home care aides, home health aides, certified nursing assistants, personal care assistants, direct care workers....

Caregiver

  • Casco, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Casco, ME
  • 3 days ago

care (toileting, bathing, etc.)....

Direct Support Professional - Adult Program Float/Specialist Assignment Worker

  • Limerick, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • Limerick, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 5 days ago

DUTIES: Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration...

PCA-Personal Care Assistant Full Time Evenings

  • Yarmouth, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Yarmouth, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Full Time Evenings $19.50-20.75/HR* Additional shift differentials available CNA Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming,...

PCA- Personal Care Assistant Part Time Days

  • Yarmouth, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Yarmouth, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting Documenting care provided and reporting any changes in resident health...

PCA-Personal Care Assistant PT Evenings

  • Yarmouth, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Yarmouth, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Part Time Evenings $19.50-$20.75/HR*Additional Shift Differentials Available Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and...

Direct Support Professional

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 20 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 20 days ago

DUTIES: Provide support to adults with intellectual disabilities in agency homes, including medication administration, assisting with activities of daily living and personal care, community integration...

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Hollis Center, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 24 days ago
  • Hollis Center, ME (23 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 24 days ago

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

Direct Support Professional (DSP) & CRMA

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 26 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 26 days ago

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you desire rewarding and meaningful work helping individuals in need? Woodfords Family Services is growing and looking to welcome...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Adult Community Program

  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 26 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (20 miles from Casco, ME)
  • 26 days ago

Are you a looking for a new and exciting career opportunity? Are you passionate about making a difference for individuals in the Greater Portland community? Woodfords is seeking a full-time Direct...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Casco, ME

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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