Home Health Aide Jobs in Brush Valley, PA

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

  • Nu Mine, PA (20 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nu Mine, PA (20 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Tire Hill, PA (20 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Tire Hill, PA (20 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Caregiver

  • Rural Valley, PA (19 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rural Valley, PA (19 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

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

Caregiver/Personal Assistant- Creekside, PA

  • Creekside, PA (14 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Creekside, PA (14 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Health Aide, Home Health Support, Personal Care Assistant, Caregiver, Hiring Immediately, In Home Caregiver, accessAbilities...

Personal Care Aide (Staffng)

  • New Florence, PA (13 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Florence, PA (13 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview: Personal Care Assistants needed full-time, Monday thru Friday for local school districts. School time will range from 7a-3p and 8:30a-4pm. Compensation: $18/hr....

Direct Support Professional

  • Blairsville, PA (9 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Blairsville, PA (9 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers....

Compassionate Caregiver

  • Johnstown, PA (19 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Johnstown, PA (19 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Caregivers assist elderly or disabled with daily living activities including but not limited to: bathing, dressing, grooming, transfers, and toileting, meal preparation, light-housekeeping and laundry...

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

  • Indiana, PA (6 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indiana, PA (6 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 13 days ago

Health Aide, Mental Health Technicians, MHTs, Behavior Health Technicians, BHTs, and Youth Care Workers....

Caregiver

  • Crabtree, PA (24 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Crabtree, PA (24 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 16 days ago

care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Able to pass...

Personal Care Aide

  • Saltsburg, PA (20 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Saltsburg, PA (20 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 17 days ago

care Provide occasional house cleaning, laundry, and assist with meal preparation Transport client to appointments and daily errands Caregiver Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Able to pass...

Direct Support Professional- PRN- NEW RATES- $18.50hr + Flexible Schedule

  • Indiana, PA (6 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Indiana, PA (6 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 26 days ago

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!...

Direct Support Professional, Home and Community - Latrobe, PA area

  • Latrobe, PA (23 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Latrobe, PA (23 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 26 days ago

Helps with personal care tasks as needed, including bathing, laundry, and food preparation. Assists with money management by promoting independence....

Direct Support Professional- PRN- NEW RATES- $18.50hr + Flexible Schedule - Indi

  • Indiana, PA (6 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Indiana, PA (6 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 28 days ago

We are seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team at our program in Indiana, PA.If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the...

Direct Support Professional - PRN

  • Johnstown, PA (17 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Johnstown, PA (17 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 29 days ago

If you are a Caregiver, Direct Care Worker, Home Health aide or always wanted to be one, this is the opportunity for you as we are hiring immediately!...

HHA- Home Health Aide

  • Blairsville, PA (9 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Blairsville, PA (9 miles from Brush Valley, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a BAYADA HHA, you'll have the opportunity to develop close relationships with your clients while you help them with: Activities of daily living: bathing, grooming, toileting, nail care, etc....

Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Brush Valley, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Brush Valley, PA 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 Brush Valley, PA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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