Home Health Aide Jobs in Newburyport, 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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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Methuen, MA (16 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Methuen, MA (16 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Salary: $99000 - $115000 / year This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate of annual compensation. Coverage Area: Salem / Pelham /...

Caregiver

  • West Boxford, MA (12 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • West Boxford, MA (12 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • South Hamilton, MA (12 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • South Hamilton, MA (12 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Methuen, MA (16 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Methuen, MA (16 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver for Families

  • Wenham, MA (14 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wenham, MA (14 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional 2 - Department 374

  • Lynn, MA (24 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynn, MA (24 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Schedule: Thursday-Saturday 11:00PM-9:00AM Awake (30 Hours) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide support and assist individuals with all activities of daily living....

Psychiatric Home Health Nurse- Evenings

  • Amesbury, MA (4 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Amesbury, MA (4 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Observes and supervises Home Health Aide & LPN to evaluate performance and quality of care....

Caregiver

  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 2 days ago

**Essential Job Requirements:**\ - Availability in: Greater Lowell Area\ - Willingness to work short hour cases\ - Ability to drive or take public transportation to cases\ Cases We Offer:\ - Home Health...

Caregiver

  • Seabrook, NH (4 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seabrook, NH (4 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 2 days ago

the trash/recycling Assisting with personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, care of mouth, skin, and hair) Assist with everyday living tasks (moving, meal preparation, eating, dressing, shaving) Provide...

Caregiver - New London

  • Raymond, NH (22 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (22 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Companionship and conversation Light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation Medication and appointment reminders Assistance with bathing, dressing...

Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)

  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lowell, MA (24 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Nashua, NH, US Full-time +1 We are Now Hiring Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN.Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides....

Personal Care Assistant, PCA

  • Hampton, NH (8 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hampton, NH (8 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Start your nursing career journey as a Personal Care Assistant where you will provide assistance to residents with their basic activities of daily living to support an independent lifestyle...

Direct Support Professional 2 (DSP 2)- Department 331

  • Wakefield, MA (23 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wakefield, MA (23 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 7 days ago

of daily living....

Caregiver Needed for Two Preschool Children, M-F Afternoons

  • Beverly, MA (17 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Beverly, MA (17 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Hello, I am seeking a reliable babysitter for my two preschool-aged children. Sophia and Oliver. Starting on July 8, 2025. The job schedule is Monday through Friday - with flexibility. I have...

Caregiver HHA Daily Pay Available

  • Peabody, MA (20 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Peabody, MA (20 miles from Newburyport, MA)
  • 7 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...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Newburyport, MA

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Highest Education Level

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


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