Home Health Aide Jobs in Kentwood, MI

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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Med Lead Direct Support Professional - Neo Birdsong: 1st Shift Full Time (40 Hours)

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
45+ days ago

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
45+ days ago

Personal Care/Assistance with Activities of Daily Living Medication Administration/Health Monitoring Cooking/Meal Prep/Dietary Support Job Requirements Minimum Education required: Bachelors degree with...

Lead Direct Support Professional - West Lake Cottage 5: Full Time 2nd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Lead Direct Support Professional - West Lake Cottage 4: Full Time 2nd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
11 days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
11 days ago

Direct Support Professional - Neo Bristol: Full Time 2nd Shift

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

What You'll Do Encourage positive relationship building & Promoting Independence Transportation and Participation in Community Activities Personal Care/Assistance with Activities of Daily Living Medication...

Direct Support Professional: West Lake Cottage 2 - Full time 2nd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Lead Direct Support Professional - West Lake Cottage 1: Full Time 2nd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
10 days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
10 days ago

Direct Support Professional - DART: Part Time 2nd shift (24 hours)

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
19 days ago

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
19 days ago

What youll be doing Encourage positive relationship building & Promoting Independence Transportation and Participation in Community Activities Personal Care/Assistance with Activities of Daily Living...

Direct Support Professional - West Lake Cottage 3: Part time 2nd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
60+ days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
60+ days ago

Caregiver Needed for Preschooler on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Mornings

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
14 hours ago

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
14 hours ago

We seek a reliable babysitter for our preschool-aged child, starting on August 11, 2025. The hours are from 5:30 AM to 7:30 AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The caregiver will prepare...

Lead Direct Support Professional - West Lake Cottage 5: Full Time 2nd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

Direct Support Professional - West Lake Cottage 3: Part Time 3rd Shift

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

Lowell, MI (14 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

Caregiver/HHA

Ada, MI (10 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

Ada, MI (10 miles from Kentwood, MI)
2 days ago

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

Weekend HHA/PCA

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Health Aide in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State-approved Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide course....

Home Health Aide

Shelbyville, MI (19 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Shelbyville, MI (19 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

As an Home Health Aide, youll help clients with their daily routines and bring comfort to their lives....

Direct Support Professional - Gardner Sparta: Combo 1st/2nd Shift Full Time

Sparta, MI (20 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

Sparta, MI (20 miles from Kentwood, MI)
3 days ago

What you’ll be doing Encourage positive relationship building & Promoting Independence Transportation and Participation in Community Activities Personal Care/Assistance with Activities of Daily Living...

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Demographic Data for Kentwood, MI

Moving to Kentwood, MI? Find some basic demographic data about Kentwood, MI below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Kentwood, MI

Local

National

Total Population

10,077,306

Number of Businesses

222,152

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Master Diploma Home Health Aide and Nurse aide (3in1)

Become a certified home health aide with this comprehensive multiple module online training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate,...

Home Health Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Certification Course

Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Training Program/ Certification CourseBecome A Certified Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, or Caregiver!! Work in the...

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Title Synonyms

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Hospice Nurse

Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Kentwood, MI

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Home Health Aide positions.

Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Kentwood, MI 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

18.1%

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 Kentwood, MI

Less than 1 year

39.1%

None

31.2%

1-2 years

23.5%

2-4 years

6.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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