Home Health Aide Jobs in Saratoga Springs, 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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Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Broadalbin, NY (19 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Broadalbin, NY (19 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

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

Caregiver

  • Latham, NY (20 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Latham, NY (20 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

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

Caregiver for Families

  • Buskirk, NY (16 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Buskirk, NY (16 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Cropseyville, NY (23 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cropseyville, NY (23 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

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

Pca/HHA

  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

Assists client with activities of daily living as directed which may include: Bathing Oral hygiene Dressing Toileting Ambulation Prepares and serves nutritious meals in accordance with prescribed diet...

CNA / Home Health Aide/ PCA / Assistant

  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

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

Ov Caregiver

  • Corinth, NY (15 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corinth, NY (15 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Saratoga/Queensbury area location prefer male or female caregiver wanted please be experienced reliable honest and fit no housekeeping or cooking required in a clean modern comfortable space ready...

Home Health Aide (Certified)

  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 4 days ago

care activities, including bathing, grooming & dressing Preparation of meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences Companionship and Emotional support Assist with daily living activities...

Caregiver Needed for Two Children with Meal Prep and Light Housekeeping

  • Corinth, NY (15 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Corinth, NY (15 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 6 days ago

We need a responsible babysitter for two children, an infant and an elementary school child, on Mondays and Tuesdays from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting July 21, 2025. The sitter prepares meals and...

Caregiver Needed for Preschool Child, Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM

  • Clifton Park, NY (14 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (14 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 9 days ago

We are seeking a reliable babysitter for our preschool child. The job starts on July 15, 2025, and runs from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. The ideal candidate has a car and can...

Senior Companion Caregiver (ALL HOURS NEEDED)

  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 9 days ago

You are a dedicated Caregiver who will be supporting seniors in their home with day-to-day tasks such as; companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation, transportation, and stand by assistance...

Companion Caregiver Extraordinaire (3PM-11PM NEEDED)

  • Latham, NY (20 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Latham, NY (20 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Please note we do not require any certifications as we are non-medical and do not offer hands-on personal care to our clients....

PCA (Schenectady - Personal Care Assistant)

  • Schenectady, NY (18 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Schenectady, NY (18 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Pay Rate : $ 18.10 / HR Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs....

Certified Home Health Aides (HHA)

  • Argyle, NY (19 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Argyle, NY (19 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Certified Home Health Aides Argyle Assisted Living Program is actively seeking motivated Certified Home Health Aides for all shifts for our Assisted Living Facility in Argyle, NY....

PCA (Albany - Personal Care Assistant)

  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Albany, NY (21 miles from Saratoga Springs, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Pay Rate : $ 18.10 / HR Maxim Healthcare Services is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs....

Demographic Data for Saratoga Springs, NY

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Saratoga Springs, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

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


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