Home Health Aide and Personal Care Aide - Albany, NY
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open home health aide jobs in New York post a median of $20.15 an hour, the middle half $19.75–$21.09, across 284 jobs that state their pay. Home health aides employed in New York earn a median of $19.05 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Home Health Aide certificate from a Department of Health-approved training program, recorded on the New York State Home Care Registry, from the New York State Department of Health.
- Training: at least 75 hours, 16 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Complete a DOH-approved Home Health Aide Training Program of 75 hours (59 classroom, 16 supervised practical, at least half of the practical in a patient care setting) within 60 days; the program issues a Home Care Registry-generated certificate. Registered nurse aides may take a shorter HHA training that adds the home care skills.
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- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.58x · Clicks 27
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 76.1% · Stating an hourly rate 73.8%
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Job Title: Home Health Aide and Personal Care Aide
Job Description:
As a compassionate and dedicated Home Health Aide and Personal Care Aide, you will provide essential support and care to individuals in the comfort of their homes. Your role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for clients by assisting with daily activities, ensuring their safety, and promoting independence wherever possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding, tailored to the client's needs.
- Assist clients with mobility, ensuring safety as they move throughout their homes.
- Help manage household tasks such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and laundry.
- Monitor clients’ health by checking vital signs and reporting any changes to healthcare professionals.
- Foster a supportive and respectful relationship with clients, understanding their preferences and needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of services and changes in clients' conditions.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers and family members to ensure comprehensive care.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification and/or training from an approved program ideal but not mandatory.
- Previous experience in home care or related field preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle physical demands such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for caring for others.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation may be required.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and committed team focused on patient well-being.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Flexible work schedules to accommodate individual lifestyles.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in your community.
If you are ready to contribute your skills and enthusiasm to a rewarding career in home health and personal care, we encourage you to apply today!
From Marquis Home and Health Care's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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