Home Health Aide Jobs in Amherst, NY

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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Non - Medical Companion Caregiver

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 21 hours ago

Caregivers provide companionship and assist clients with meal preparation, laundry and light housekeeping in accordance with their unique plan of care....

Days Shifts (Northtowns) Home Care Aide Jobs (PCA, HHA, CNA)

  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago

EOE/AA Disability/VeteranTel: ...Job Category CNA Jobs, Home Health Aide Jobs, Personal Care Aide Jobs...

9am-5pm MWF (Cheektowaga) Home Care Aide Jobs (PCA, HHA, CNA)

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago

EOE/AA Disability/VeteranTel: ...IND-BJob Category CNA Jobs, Home Health Aide Jobs, Personal Care Aide Jobs...

Personal Care Aide

  • North Tonawanda, NY (7 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Tonawanda, NY (7 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Provide transportation, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, and grocery shopping as needed. Support clients in completing activities of daily living....

Home Health Aide Erie MHC

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The Home Health Aide provides assistance with personal care, housekeeping, and other related supportive tasks to clients with health care needs in the home or healthcare setting....

Direct Support Professional

  • Orchard Park, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Plans, coordinates and implements meaningful activities on a daily basis: areas of daily living and personal care needs as well as person centered activities that promote independence, inclusion and...

Direct Support Professional- Day Services

  • Orchard Park, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago

care needs, and activities such as games, music and art....

Resident Care Aide - Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Hamburg, NY (19 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (19 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Resident Care Aide/Home Health Aide (HHA) Position Overview: RCA/HHA team members will assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing personal care support....

Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (8 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Assists with health related tasks and personal care procedures. Assists with activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living (i.e.) answering phone and doing laundry....

Personal Care Aide/Home Health Aide - Orchard Park

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Personal Care Aide/Home Health Aide - Orchard Park AccordCare United States, York, Buffalo Jun 10, 2025 Description We are hiring for PCA and HHA positions!...

Direct Support Professional

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 22 days ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 22 days ago

Direct Support Professional Gateway-Longview, Inc. - 3.1 Williamsville, NY Job Details Part-time | Full-time $17.60 - $18.00 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account...

Personal Care Aide/Home Health Aide - Niagara Falls: 2-3 Hour Shifts

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 23 days ago

Personal Care Aide/Home Health Aide - Niagara Falls: 2-3 Hour Shifts AccordCare $18.10 - $20.00 / hr United States, York, Niagara Falls Jun 03, 2025 Description We are hiring for PCA and HHA positions...

Personal Care Aide

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 25 days ago

May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including: bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture...

Home Health Aide

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities The Home Health Aide is responsible for providing patients with in-home personal care and designated health related services to maintain the patient's physical and emotional well-being...

Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Home Health Aide (HHA) Position Overview: HHA team members will assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing personal care support....

Demographic Data for Amherst, NY

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Amherst, NY

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Highest Education Level

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


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