Home Health Aide Jobs in Wallkill, 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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Direct Support Professional with Med Support - Rousner residence - 40/Tuesday through Saturday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

  • New Paltz, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New Paltz, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 19 hours ago

Direct Support Professional with Med Support - Rousner residence - 40/Tuesday through Saturday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Overview Requisition Number: 242 Date Posted: 7/10/2025 Location: Rousner...

Caregiver PCA Weekly Pay

  • Newburgh, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Newburgh, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 19 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...

Caregiver for Families

  • Castle Point, NY (12 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Castle Point, NY (12 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Caregiver

  • West Hurley, NY (23 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hurley, NY (23 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Napanoch, NY (17 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Napanoch, NY (17 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Wawarsing, NY (12 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wawarsing, NY (12 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Now Hiring! Pca & HHA Needed $18.10-$23.00 Orange County, NY

  • Middletown, NY (20 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, NY (20 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago

APPLY TODAY | JOIN TODAY | GET ONBOARDED TODAY!** **Human Care Home Healthcare** is actively hiring **CERTIFIED HHAs & PCAs** who are ready to make a real difference in their communities! If youre...

Direct Support Professional - Scardefield residence - 40/Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm/Monday 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm/Tuesday 11:00 am to 9:00 pm/Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Overview Requisition...

VA Personal Care Aide

  • Kingston, NY (21 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kingston, NY (21 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day 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

  • New Paltz, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Paltz, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Personal Care Aide Weekly Pay

  • Poughkeepsie, NY (14 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (14 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities 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...

Direct Support Professional - Rochester residence - 36/Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:00 pm to 9:00 am

  • Stone Ridge, NY (16 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stone Ridge, NY (16 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Direct Support Professional - Rochester residence - 36/Friday/Saturday/Sunday 9:00 pm to 9:00 am Overview Requisition Number: 392 Date Posted: 7/8/2025 Location: Rochester residence Address: 285...

Direct Support Professional - Rochester residence - 40/Monday through Thursday - 11:00 pm to 9:00 am

  • Accord, NY (13 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Accord, NY (13 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Direct Support Professional - Rochester residence - 40/Monday through Thursday - 11:00 pm to 9:00 am Overview Requisition Number: 392 Date Posted: 7/8/2025 Location: Rochester residence Address:...

LGBTQIA+ friendly caregiver needed for Mondays this summer

  • Ellenville, NY (16 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ellenville, NY (16 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Were looking for a caregiver who is into respecting and understanding our child and their feelings, who likes to play outdoors, read books, and has a car. We have found the best caregivers for our...

Aide - Home Health

  • Newburgh, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (9 miles from Wallkill, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Follows current written aide assignment sheet to provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) to include mobility transfer, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing or undressing...

Demographic Data for Wallkill, NY

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Wallkill, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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