Home Health Aide Jobs in Altamont, 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.

1-15 of 32 Jobs

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Hannacroix, NY (19 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Hannacroix, NY (19 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Caregiver for Families

  • East Durham, NY (21 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • East Durham, NY (21 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Care Taker Services for Seniors

  • Cornwallville, NY (23 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cornwallville, NY (23 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Caregiver & Companionship

  • Earlton, NY (24 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Earlton, NY (24 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Companionship: Engage in enriching conversations, go for walks, play games, or simply provide a friendly presence....

Caregiver for Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties

  • Galway, NY (24 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Galway, NY (24 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago

$22/hr (based on experience and availability) Paid Training Flexible Scheduling Paid Time Off Recognition & Referral Programs 24hr Office Support & Team Environment Primary responsibilities include companionship...

Caregiver

  • Galway, NY (24 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Galway, NY (24 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago

$22/hr (based on experience and availability) Paid Training Flexible Scheduling Paid Time Off Recognition & Referral Programs 24hr Office Support & Team Environment Primary responsibilities include companionship...

Caregiver

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Services Personal Care Homecare Work Details Live Out Part Time...

Home Health Aide - The Terrace- Full Time Nights

  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Home Health Aide Full Time Nights Your opportunity awaits at The Terrace at Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center as a Home Health Aide assisting...

Direct Support Professional - Per Diem Weekend Warrior $25/hr.

  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 5 days ago

The Direct Support Professional is responsible for assisting individuals in identifying and/or acquiring skills to be as independent as possible and establish an environment that provides safety...

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - AWAKE

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 6 days ago

One of our residential programs located in Albany, NY has a Full Time 40 - hours Direct Support Professional (DSP) AWAKE Overnight position available. The schedule for this position is...

Caregiver

  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY (11 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Errands and transportation Meal preparation Assist with healthcare needs Personal care (i.e. dressing, food prep, etc) Medication management DSP opportunities'support for people with developmental...

Direct Support Professional - Krumkill Day Hab

  • Slingerlands, NY (8 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Slingerlands, NY (8 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 10 days ago

One of our Day Hab programs located in Slingerlands, NY has a full-time 35-hours Direct Support Professional (DSP) position available. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday...

Home Health Aide/Personal Care Assistant (HHA - PCA)

  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 11 days ago

- What You'll Do: Home Health Aides/Personal Care Assistants are compassionate and dedicated individuals with a calling to make a positive impact on the lives of others....

Home Health Aide - The Terrace- Part Time Evening

  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Evening Shift Description: Home Health Aide evenings 3-11p 24 hours per week Your opportunity awaits at The Terrace at Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center as a Home Health...

Home Health Aide - The Terrace- Full Time Days

  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Troy, NY (22 miles from Altamont, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Home Health Aide days 7a-3p 40 hours per week Your opportunity awaits at The Terrace at Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center as a Home Health Aide...

Demographic Data for Altamont, NY

Moving to Altamont, NY? Find some basic demographic data about Altamont, NY below.


Local
National
7,874
171
Medium/Sm

Home Health Aide Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireNursing curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Home Health Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Certification Course
Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, Caregiver Training Program/ Certification CourseBecome A Certified Home Health Aide, Personal Care Aide, Nurse Aide, or Caregiver!!Do You Want To...
Home Work: Organisational Development for Everyone in Health and Care
Discover some key OD ideas and principles, and explore how to create meaningful change in your organisation in this three-week course from The Kings Fund. Build your confidence and develop your OD...
Diploma in Caregiving,Home Health Aide & Nurse Aide (3 in 1)
Become a certified home health aide with this comprehensive multiple module online training course. Master core caregiving competencies aligned with industry standards to provide compassionate,...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Altamont, NY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Altamont, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.1%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
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 Altamont, NY
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Home Health Aide Related Career Advice Articles

How to become a home health aide
How to Become a Home Health Aide

If you're thinking about becoming a home health aide, we’ve included everything you need to know to kickstart your career.

Read article »
How to become a nursing assistant
How to Become a Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Want a rewarding career as a CNA but not sure how to become a Nursing Assistant? This guide will teach you everything you need to know.

Read article »
Nurse colleagues talking in hospital
What is a Hospitalist RN?

Hospitalist RN is a relatively new role in healthcare. Review a hospitalist RN job description and find out more about their duties and responsibilities.

Read article »