Home Health Aide Jobs in South Amboy, NJ

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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Home Health Aide

  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Look no further VNS Health Personal Care is seeking compassionate and skilled Certified Home Health Aides like you What You Will Do Provide personal care and support, including ambulation, transfers...

Staff Home Health Aide

  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (21 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

As a Staff Home Health Aide with VNS Health Personal Care, you will provide exceptional care that our clients rely on to stay safe at home....

Certified Home Health Aide

  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

of Daily Living (ADLs) in a safe and professional manner Supply personal companionship, remaining actively engaged with each client by providing ongoing social & emotional support Assist with personal...

Certified Home Health Aide, Hospice

  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (7 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as a Hospice Aide / CNA Coverage Area: Edison and surrounding cities Reimagine Your Career in Hospice As a medical professional, you know that what you do impacts you...

Home Health Aide - P/T Days- Benefits

  • Wall, NJ (23 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wall, NJ (23 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

Perform and/or assist patient with personal care activities, such as, baths, showers, skin and hair care, and oral hygiene....

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

  • Monroe, NJ (11 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Monroe, NJ (11 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

REM 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 right...

Direct Support Professional

  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 45+ days ago

New and exciting opportunities are available for Direct Care and Group Home workers located in all 5 boroughs! Are you looking to make a difference? If Youre passionate about helping individuals...

Caregiver

  • Scotch Plains, NJ (12 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Scotch Plains, NJ (12 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Rahway, NJ (9 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (9 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Vauxhall, NJ (17 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Vauxhall, NJ (17 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver for Families

  • Mountainside, NJ (15 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mountainside, NJ (15 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver Needed for Two Elementary Children, Mon-Thurs Evenings

  • New York, NY (24 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

We need a reliable babysitter for two elementary-aged child starting on July 14, 2025, Monday through Thursday. Right now the job is to pick up our daughter (age 6) from the camp bus, bring her...

Home Care Agency needs HHA to work case in Staten Island

  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Staten Island, NY (14 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Health Aide training program as demonstrated by a valid Home Health Aide Certificate One (1) year satisfactory experience in Home Care, desired....

Direct Support Professional (NYFAC)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Location: Howard Beach, Queens, NY Pay Rate: $21.25/hr. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm (1 hour lunch) No Weekends! / Driver's License Required Direct Support Professionals perform a wide...

Experienced and Babysitters Caregivers Needed

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from South Amboy, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

preparation, and medication reminders Establish communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers Provide reliable care by being punctual and consistently covering...

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in South Amboy, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in South Amboy, NJ 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 South Amboy, NJ
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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