Home Health Aide - ALP

UVM Health Network - Alice Hyde Medical Center; Town of Malone (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Home Health Aide (HHA) at UVM Health Network - Alice Hyde Medical Center provides personal care under RN supervision, assisting with daily activities and promoting residents' wellbeing in a home health setting.

Per diem schedule with minimum 2 days per month, requiring NY HHA certification and English communication. Training and in-service education are part of the role, with attention to patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current NY HHA certification.
• Completion of NY Department of Health-approved training.
• Annual 12 hours of in-service education.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care: bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding assistance.
• Assist with mobility, accompany residents to appointments.
• Support basic health tasks (eye drops, catheter care).
• Light housekeeping and laundry.
• Observe changes and report to supervisor; provide emotional support.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

HHA Certification (NY)

Job description

Job Summary

The Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a key role in supporting residents' daily care needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position involves assisting with personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and basic health-related tasks, while also fostering emotional well-being and maintaining a safe, clean environment. HHAs are expected to follow individualized care plans and adapt to residents' changing needs, always upholding the hospital's values of Respect, Efficiency, Accountability, and Caring (REACH).

Education & Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have completed a New York State Department of Health-approved training program, with current HHA certification.

They should demonstrate emotional maturity, physical and mental stability, and be able to communicate effectively in English and the predominant language of the residents. Annual participation in 12 hours of in-service education is required.

Strong interpersonal skills, a sympathetic attitude, and the ability to follow instructions and maintain records are essential.

Per diem work requirements: minimum of 2 days per month.

Responsibilities

HHAs provide personal care such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding assistance. They help with mobility, accompany residents to appointments, and assist with medical tasks like catheter care and administering eye drops or suppositories. Light housekeeping and laundry are part of the role, along with promoting mental alertness through conversation and activities. HHAs are expected to observe and report changes in residents' conditions and offer emotional support to both residents and their families.