Home Health Aide Trainee-Paid Training begins August 4th

Earn while you learn!

HCR is pleased to announce our 3-week Paid HHA Certification course on August 4th- August 25th 2026! This NYS Dept of Health approved course will enable participants to obtain a recognized HHA Certificate and work for HCR seeing our home care patients. Work is readily available in Monroe Genesee and Orleans Counties!

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Successful completion of HCR's Reading and Math Test
• Reliable transportation
• Driver's License

After Offer Acceptance

• Provide a copy of immunization records/MMRs
• Submission to CHRC background check, fingerprinting, drug test, physical exam and Tuberculin Testing

Physical Requirements

• Potentially hazardous materials such as those found in cleaning agents and other chemicals may be stored in a client’s home.
• Working conditions may expose the home health aide and / or personal care aide to smoke, pets and other allergens.
• Frequent walking and standing (80%-100% of the time)
• Frequent lifting (Must be able to lift / move 50 lbs. unassisted)
• May require pushing / pulling / transferring 50 lbs. of weight
• Sufficient hand strength and dexterity to carry out care plan duties
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, pull and push unsupported, routinely.
• Ability to climb two flights of stairs.

Position Summary

Home Health Aides provide personal care and supportive light housekeeping services to individuals in the community in the privacy of their home. Essential Functions:

• Provide health related services as outlined in the plan of care authorized by a physician and established by a registered nurse or licensed therapist under the direction of the Aide Matrix established by the NYS Department of Health.
• Provide assistance with personal hygiene, housekeeping and/or other related supportive tasks to a patient with health care needs in his/her home.
• Immediately report changes in client’s condition to supervising professional.
• Ensure the safety of the patient, patient’s family and/or the employee.
• Maintain HIPAA.