Home Health Aide Jobs in Great Barrington, MA

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 & Companionship

  • East Hartland, CT (24 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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  • East Hartland, CT (24 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver for Families

  • West Hartland, CT (21 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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  • West Hartland, CT (21 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Millerton, NY (17 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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  • Millerton, NY (17 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver

  • North Egremont, MA (5 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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  • North Egremont, MA (5 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
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House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 22 hours 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...

Caregiver HHA Daily Pay Available

  • Becket, MA (14 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Becket, MA (14 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 9 days ago

You might need to do some occasional heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) If applying to work as Home Health aide, a Home Health aide certification and/or valid Certified Nursing Assistant Certification...

Experienced Caregiver

  • Salisbury, CT (12 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Salisbury, CT (12 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 13 days ago

care: dressing, grooming and assisting with meals Light housekeeping: basic cleaning, laundry, and organizing Transportation: Driving clients to appointments, running errands, and grocery shopping...

Caregiver/PCA/HHA

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 16 days ago

of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. - Prepare nutritious meals and assist with cooking as needed. - Launder clothing and linens to maintain a clean living environment...

Personal Care/Certified Home Health Aides - $18.10 Per Hour - $1,500 Sign On Bonus -Hudson, NY

  • Hudson, NY (21 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hudson, NY (21 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 17 days ago

We are looking for competent Personal Care/Home Health Aides to support physically or mentally challenged patients in their everyday lives....

Home Health Aide, Per Diem

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 22 days ago

At least one year experience in the last 24 months as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health/hospice agency....

Direct Support Professional - All Shifts

  • Great Barrington, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Great Barrington, MA
  • 23 days ago

. - Aid students with hands-on Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as needed, ensuring their safety and well-being. - Monitor, document, and report student progress and behaviors. - Implement individualized...

Hospice Aide (HHA/CNA)

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 23 days ago

**Qualifications**: - GED or better. - CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or HHA (Home Health Aide) Certification **Experience Required:** - 1 year CNA experience - Home Health Aide or Hospice experience...

Registered Nurse, Home Health 7 days on/ 7 off

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 24 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...

Senior Companionship & Care Aide

  • New Lebanon, NY (21 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • New Lebanon, NY (21 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 24 days ago

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

Physical Therapist - PT / Physical Therapist Home Health - HHA

  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (20 miles from Great Barrington, MA)
  • 26 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,...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Great Barrington, MA

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Great Barrington, MA 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 Great Barrington, MA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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