Home Health Aide Jobs in West Chester, 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

  • Kng of Prussa, PA (13 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kng of Prussa, PA (13 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right...

Direct Support Professional

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the...

Direct Support Professional

  • Blue Bell, PA (21 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Blue Bell, PA (21 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community and we are offering a *$1,000 sign-on bonus to join our team! Start your career with the nations leading provider of in-home support to seniors and...

Home Care Aide

  • Pottstown, PA (18 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA (18 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 19 days ago

Help at Home is hiring TODAY in your community and we are offering a *$1,000 sign-on bonus to join our team! Start your career with the nations leading provider of in-home support to seniors and...

Caregiver - $500 New Hire Bonus

  • Norristown, PA (17 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Norristown, PA (17 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 4 hours ago

Assist with meal preparation and perform light housekeeping duties. Provide personal care services, including assistance with grooming, bathing, restroom use, and managing incontinence....

Direct Support Professional - Manor, DE

  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 4 hours 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!...

Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • King of Prussia, PA (13 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (13 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Salary: $87000 - $100000 / year This position is paid on a per-visit basis. The compensation reflected on this posting, is an estimate...

Direct Support Professional

  • Swedesboro, NJ (20 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (20 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Description Join Devereux New Jersey Where Great Careers SOAR! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers -...

Home Health Aide (HHA) - Adult Home Care

  • Coatesville, PA (11 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Coatesville, PA (11 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 1 day ago

for HHA Home Health Aides:** + Activities of daily living + Light housekeeping + Bathing + Grooming + Toileting + Nail care + Range of motion / exercises + Transfers / use of mechanical lifting devices...

Registered Nurse, Home Health Visits

  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (19 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Join our growing team!** **We have a Full Time** **Registered Nurse** **opportunity open now doing Home Health visits throughout New Castle County** **.** **This office cares for adults and...

Philadelphia Caregivers Needed!

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

preparation, grocery shopping, and other errands + Perform personal care assistance, including bathing and grooming + Perform all non-medical home care services as needed + Companionship and friendship...

Direct Support Professional

  • Honey Brook, PA (15 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Honey Brook, PA (15 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 2 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!...

Hiring Caregivers

  • Chester, PA (15 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chester, PA (15 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Care: Assisting with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and meals with respect and patience Home Safety & Housekeeping: Helping maintain a calm, familiar, and organized environment with basic cleaning, laundry...

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)- 25/26 School Year

  • Radnor, PA (11 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Radnor, PA (11 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Category Schools - Paraprofessional Job Type Contract JOB ID: 8841627 Paraprofessional Opening Elementary caseload 8/25/25 - 6/12/26 8:45am to 4:15pm M-F Devon Elementary School (check address for...

CHHA, Certified Home Health Aide

  • West Deptford, NJ (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Deptford, NJ (23 miles from West Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

As a BAYADA HHA, youll 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. + Household...

Demographic Data for West Chester, PA

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in West Chester, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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