Home Health Aide
About the Role
Provides personal care and expanded scope of task activities to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Provides rehabilitative exercises under the supervision of a Rehabilitation Therapist. Reports to the Home Health Aide Supervisor for overall guidance and assignments, and to their assigned Registered Nurse for supervision of patient care.
Primary department: UHS Senior Living at Ideal Home Care
Schedule
Day shift, 40 regular scheduled weekly hours.
Pay
Compensation range: $15.00 - $20.74 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED and successful completion of Home Health Aide program
- OR current HHA Certification (no HS diploma/GED required if you have current HHA certification)
- Obtain HHA within 12 months upon completion of HHA program
Benefits
A Culture of Connection – Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like “Walk in my Shoes” for senior leaders foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, team events include trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, a staff choir, and seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – Medical, dental, and vision coverage starts the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. Flexible plan options and coverage tiers are available. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security – PTO starts accruing from day one. A 403(b) retirement plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards are provided. Support includes 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You – Access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility. Compensation is continuously reviewed to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.
A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers a lifestyle with four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, and a close-knit community. The region is within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About the Organization
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier. It comprises four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS serves two-thirds of the region’s population, generates $1.3 billion annually in economic impact, and employs over 6,300 staff and providers. Guided by values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation, UHS is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.