Home Health Aide Jobs in Haverstraw, 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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Home Health Aide

  • Purchase, NY (16 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Purchase, NY (16 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 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...

Direct Support Professional

  • Katonah, NY (14 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Katonah, NY (14 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities: Work with individuals with mental or developmental disabilities by creating behavior plans, teaching self-care skills and preparing meals Assisting clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing...

Caregiver for Families

  • South Salem, NY (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago
  • South Salem, NY (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago

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

Caregiver

  • Cos Cob, CT (21 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Cos Cob, CT (21 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Old Greenwich, CT (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Dobbs Ferry, NY (13 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Dobbs Ferry, NY (13 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • moments ago

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

DSP Direct Support Professional - Overnight Per Diem

  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

You will assist and/or supervise individuals in personal care areas i.e. bathing/toileting; participate and/or supervise in cleaning, cooking and life skills....

Caregiver needed in Clifton New Jersey

  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

A client needs personal care in Clifton, NJ. He will need care in the morning at 9:30am-11:30am and care in the evening at 6pm-8pm (Mondays-Sundays)....

Weekend Cover Caregiver needed in Clifton New Jersey

  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

A client needs personal care in Clifton, NJ. He will need care in the morning at 9:30am-11:30am and care in the evening at 6pm-8pm (Mondays-Sundays)....

Driving Caregivers

  • Peekskill, NY (6 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Peekskill, NY (6 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 6 hours ago

and valid driver's license High school diploma or equivalent Home Health Aide/Personal Care Aid certification Medical physical and proof of TB test (upon start date) Proven experience as a Caregiver...

Home Health Aide

  • Hackensack, NJ (21 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (21 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 7 hours ago

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

Caregiver

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 7 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...

Caregiver Weekly Pay

  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (23 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 10 hours 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...

CNA / Home Health Aide/ PCA / Assistant

  • Dobbs Ferry, NY (13 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Dobbs Ferry, NY (13 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

CNA / Home Health Aide/ PCA / Assistant Location: Various Locations Company: DentServ We are looking for motivated individuals to join our team!...

DSP Direct Support Professional - Overnight 16 hrs

  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (22 miles from Haverstraw, NY)
  • 1 day ago

You will assist and/or supervise individuals in personal care areas i.e. bathing/toileting; participate and/or supervise in cleaning, cooking and life skills....

Demographic Data for Haverstraw, NY

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Haverstraw, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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