Home Health Aide | HHA | PACE Program
About The Position
Provides hands-on personal care and daily living support to help older adults remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their homes and community. They assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and meal support, while also offering companionship and emotional support. HHAs monitor basic health indicators, observe and report changes in a participant’s condition, and follow individualized care plans developed by the interdisciplinary PACE team. By supporting both personal care needs and overall well-being, HHAs play a vital role in helping PACE participants age with dignity and avoid unnecessary institutional care.
Requirements
- Current Home Health Aide (HHA) certification, as required by state regulations
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, transfers, and mobility
- Basic knowledge of infection control, safety practices, and personal care techniques
- Ability to observe, document, and report changes in participant condition to clinical staff
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (if travel between homes or sites is required)
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary care team
- Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with elderly, frail, or disabled adults
- Experience in a PACE program, home health, long-term care, or assisted living setting
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable approach to caregiving
- Experience supporting individuals with chronic conditions, dementia, or mobility limitations
Responsibilities
- Provides hands-on personal care and daily living support to help older adults remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their homes and community.
- Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and meal support
- Offering companionship and emotional support.
- Monitor basic health indicators
- Observe and report changes in a participant’s condition
- Follow individualized care plans developed by the interdisciplinary PACE team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
