Hiring Event - Home Health Aides!

We are actively seeking compassionate and reliable individuals to become HHAs. 

- Already certified as an HHA, PCA, or CNA? Come interview with us on the spot. 

- Not certified? You are still encouraged to attend. We offer free training classes to help you get started.

Training Opportunities Available: 

- PCA to HHA transition course (5 days)

- CNA to HHA transition course (2 days) 

- 13-day intensive training program for those without prior certification

Candidates will have the opportunity to take a pre-test and interview during the event. Based on results, we can place you into one of our training programs with the goal of employment. 

What to Bring:

- Valid ID

- HHA, PCA or CNA certification if applicable

If you are interested in attending our hiring event, please apply in advance, and a member of our team will reach out to answer any questions you may have prior to the event. 

Join us to start or grow your career in home health care. We look forward to meeting you. The purpose of a home health aide with 

What you will do as an HHA:

• Completes Hospice Aide duties following established plan of care.
• Provide 24-hour continuous care for patient/families in their home, as needed.
• Reports all patient condition changes and/or uncontrolled symptoms to primary nurse, on-call nurse, TL or DPS immediately.
• Maintains adequate records of all patient/family care services, as per policy.
• Report all cases of abuse/neglect to supervisor, as per policy.
• Completes required competencies, infection control and ins-services.
• Assists with orientation of new Hospice Aides as requested by supervisor.
• Participates in community education activities which promote Hudson Valley Hospice and its philosophy.
• Notifies Hospice in the event of patient changes and uncontrolled symptoms.

Skills we are looking for:

• Requires flexibility to meet assigned tasks.
• Can effectively communicate in English, both verbally (in person and by phone) and in writing.
• Capability to work effectively and cooperatively as a team member.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and the care we provide
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Bilingual is a plus!

Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Travel by car to patient’s home; reliable transportation required.
• Overtime available; weekend coverage required
• All shift availability - flexibility to work crisis-care hours when needed.
• Uniform - Scrubs required - provided by Hudson Valley Hospice.
• Ability to carry at least twenty-five pounds of equipment and/or supplies.
• Moderate to high risk of exposure to unsafe environments.
• Routine duties involve potential for direct exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Valid NYS driver’s license with reliable transportation

Hours/Schedules available: 40 hours per week - Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday (8:30am-4:30pm); one weekend day per month on call rotation

Pay: $19-23 per hour (based on experience)

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Benefits we offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Matched 403b, Tuition Assistance, Mileage Reimbursement, Year end Bonus, Annual Increases and more!

Hudson Valley Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.