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Home Health Aide (HHA)

Glastonbury, CT · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Rockledge, FL · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Sebastian, FL · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Middlebury, CT · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Norwalk, CT

$14.50 - $19/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Middlebury, CT

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Sebastian, FL

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Rockledge, FL · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Orange City, FL

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Riverside, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Rockledge, FL · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Salary ...

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Sebastian, FL · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Middlebury, CT

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Salary ...

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Torrance, CA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Salary ...

Caregiver HHA

Temple City, CA

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

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The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

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How much do hha jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for hha in the United States is $16.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Home Health Aide (HHA), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Home Health Aide (HHA), you need basic knowledge of patient care, personal hygiene, and safety practices, often validated by a state-approved HHA certification. Familiarity with assistive devices, electronic care documentation systems, and basic first aid tools is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication help build trust and rapport with clients and their families. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering effective, respectful care and supporting clients’ well-being in their own homes.

What are some common challenges faced by Home Health Aides (HHAs) when working with clients in their homes?

Home Health Aides often encounter challenges such as adapting to diverse home environments, managing varying client needs, and handling emotionally demanding situations. Each client may have different levels of mobility, communication abilities, and medical requirements, which requires flexibility and patience. Additionally, HHAs typically work independently but collaborate closely with nurses, therapists, and family members to ensure clients receive comprehensive care. Building trust and effective communication skills are essential for overcoming these challenges and providing quality support.

What are HHAs?

HHAs, or Home Health Aides, are healthcare professionals who assist patients with daily living activities in their homes. Their duties include helping with personal hygiene, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and sometimes basic health-related tasks under the supervision of a nurse or other healthcare provider. HHAs play a vital role in supporting individuals who are elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness, enabling them to remain in their homes rather than moving to a care facility.

What job makes $10,000 a month without a degree?

Some high-paying jobs that can reach $10,000 a month without a degree include sales roles such as real estate agents or insurance brokers, and certain skilled trades like commercial electricians or HVAC technicians with experience. Success in these fields often depends on skills, certifications, and performance rather than formal education.

What is the difference between Hha vs Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?

AspectHhaCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Required CredentialsHome Health Aide certification, state-specific trainingCertified Nursing Assistant certification, state exam
Work EnvironmentHome settings, community-based careHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageHome health agencies, private clientsHospitals, nursing homes, clinics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Hha and CNA roles involve providing basic patient care, but HHAs typically work in home settings with less medical oversight, while CNAs often work in institutional environments like hospitals and nursing homes. Certification requirements overlap, but specific training and job duties differ based on work environment and employer needs.

What are the most commonly searched types of Hha jobs? The most popular types of Hha jobs are:
What states have the most Hha jobs? States with the most job openings for Hha jobs include:
Infographic showing various Hha job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 38% Full Time, 59% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $33,585 per year, or $16.1 per hour.
Home Health Aide (HHA)

Home Health Aide (HHA)

VITAS Healthcare

Glastonbury, CT • On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago


VITAS Healthcare rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 228 rated social care providers


Job description

Job Description
The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.
ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs only those personal care activities contained in a written assignment. Home Health Aide (HHA) assignments may include:
  1. Home Health Aide (HHA) helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene.
  2. Home Health Aide (HHA) plans and prepare meals. Feeds or assist with feeding the patient when needed.
  3. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation.
  4. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists with certain treatments as ordered by the physician, and taught and supervised by the nurse for a specific patient including: assist with the change of the colostomy bag; assist with the use of a walker or wheelchair; reinforcement of a dressing; assist with prescribed range of motion exercises; assist with prescribed ice cap or collar; measure intake and output of fluids; and assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered.
  5. Home Health Aide (HHA) reads and records temperature, pulse and respiration.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) NOT INCLUDED IN A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT MAY INCLUDE:
  1. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
  2. Home Health Aide (HHA) promotes the patient's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest.
  3. Home Health Aide (HHA) provides simple emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and other caregivers.
  4. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports any changes in the patient's mental or physical condition or home situation to the VITAS Nurse and members of the interdisciplinary team.
  5. Home Health Aide (HHA) teaches basic personal care to the primary caregiver.
  6. Home Health Aide (HHA) practices basic infection control measures.
  7. Home Health Aide (HHA) observes, reports, and documents patient status and the care and activities provided.
  8. Home Health Aide (HHA) completes at least 12 hours of in-service training per calendar year.
  9. Home Health Aide (HHA) handles other tasks as assigned.

THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) MAY NOT:
  1. Be assigned by VITAS to any institutional setting.
  2. Change sterile dressings.
  3. Irrigate body cavities (such as an enema).
  4. Irrigate a colostomy or wound.
  5. Perform a gastric lavage or gavage.
  6. Catheterize a patient.
  7. Administer medications.
  8. Apply heat by any method.
  9. Care for a tracheotomy tube.
  10. Suction a patient.
  11. Provide any personal care that has not been assigned by the VITAS nurse or included in the plan of care.

QUALIFICATIONS
  1. High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
  2. Meets personnel qualifications of a Home Health Aide as specified in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.4 and Section 484.36.
  3. Documented evidence of 75 hours of training as specified in 42 C.F.R. Sections 484.36 (a)(1).
  4. Documented evidence that Home Health Aide has successfully completed a Competency Evaluation program as described in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36(b).

State Allowable Training/Certification
AL, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IN, MI, PA, TX, VA, WI
CNA, HHA, HA
CA
CHHA
CT
Homemaker-Home Health Aide
IL
HHA, NA
KS
Home Health Aide certificate
MO
Home Health Aide
NJ
Homemaker-Home Health Aide
OH
Home Health Aide
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
  1. Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to read, write, and carry out directions.
  2. Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to travel per job requirements.
  3. Home Health Aide (HHA) has a telephone available in home.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described for the Home Health Aide (HHA) are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of the Home Health Aide (HHA), the employee is regularly required to:
  • Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required.
  • Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds
  • Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day
  • Talk and hear

Specific vision abilities required by the Home Health Aide (HHA) include:
  • Close vision
  • Distance vision
  • Ability to adjust focus

The Home Health Aide (HHA) will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
DIRECTION RECEIVED
  1. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports directly to the VITAS Nurse.
  2. Home Health Aide (HHA) receives clinical direction from the VITAS Nurse.

About Us
VITAS® Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find your purpose at VITAS today.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
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About VITAS Healthcare

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VITAS Healthcare, located in Miami, FL, US, is a pioneer in the American healthcare industry, specifically within the realm of hospice care and palliative services. The company began its operations in 1978 under the visionaries Hugh Westbrook and Esther Colliflower,both social workers, who identified the need for compassionate end-of-life care. Recognizing the dire need to fill the void in hospice care, they established VITAS Healthcare with the mission to provide patients experiencing end-of-life stages with high-quality care, demonstrating respect for every individual's decisions and maintaining a supportive environment for both the patients and their loved ones. A noteworthy achievement of VITAS is that it was the first organization to have its hospice program licensed in Florida prompting a nationwide shift in the way end-of-life care services were handled.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Miami, FL, US

Year founded

1978