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WelbeHealth

Home Care Assistant

Riverside, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

Right at Home

Home Care Assistant

Rolling Hills, CA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

) Home Care Assistant Join the Right at Home South Bay family and make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and vulnerable adults in their homes! As a Home Care Aide at Right at Home South ...

Welbehealth

Home Care Assistant

San Bernardino, CA

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

WelbeHealth

Home Care Assistant

Riverside, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

Welbehealth

Home Care Assistant

Elk Grove, CA

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

WelbeHealth

Home Care Assistant

Riverside, CA

$22 - $25/hr

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

Welbehealth

Home Care Assistant

Riverside, CA

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

Welbehealth

Home Care Assistant

Riverside, CA

$22 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team ...

Messiah Lifeways

Home Care Assistant

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$15/hr

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll build meaningful relationships while providing personalized, one-on-one care in clients' homes. Every day offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships ...

Messiah Lifeways

Home Care Assistant

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$15 - $15.50/hr

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll build meaningful relationships while providing personalized, one-on-one care in clients' homes. Every day offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference by ...

Messiah Lifeways

Home Care Assistant

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$15 - $15.50/hr

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll build meaningful relationships while providing personalized, one-on-one care in clients' homes. Every day offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference by ...

Messiah Lifeways

Home Care Assistant

Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site

$15/hr

As a Home Care Assistant, you'll build meaningful relationships while providing personalized, one-on-one care in clients' homes. Every day offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships ...

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How much do home care assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for home care assistant in the United States is $16.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a home care assistant?

Home Care Assistants are professionals who provide support and assistance to individuals who need help with daily living activities in their own homes. Their responsibilities often include helping clients with personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping. Home Care Assistants enable clients—often elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness—to maintain their independence and quality of life in a familiar environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a home care assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Home Care Assistant, you need fundamental caregiving skills, knowledge of basic health and safety practices, and often a high school diploma or completion of a caregiver training program. Familiarity with care documentation systems and medical equipment such as mobility aids is typically required, and certifications like CPR or First Aid are advantageous. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills are essential for building trust and effectively assisting clients in their homes. These skills and qualities ensure the provision of safe, respectful, and personalized care, which is critical for supporting clients' well-being and independence.

What does a home care assistant do?

Home care assistants work with patients who are elderly, disabled, or have an illness that makes it difficult to do everyday tasks. Typical responsibilities of home care assistants include light housekeeping, buying groceries, preparing meals, and helping patients bathe and get dressed. Home care assistants need to have a lot of patience, empathy, and be physically able to lift their clients into chairs or out of bed if necessary. Beyond physical duties, home care assistants also play games or listen to a patient’s stories or concerns; providing companionship helps the patient’s psychological well-being.

What are some common challenges home care assistants face when working independently in clients’ homes?

Home Care Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing unpredictable schedules, adapting to various home environments, and providing care with limited on-site support from colleagues. Building trust with clients and their families, as well as handling sensitive situations like medication reminders or mobility assistance, can also be demanding. Effective communication and strong problem-solving skills are essential for overcoming these challenges while maintaining a high standard of care.

What is the difference between Home Care Assistant vs Personal Care Aide?

AspectHome Care AssistantPersonal Care Aide
CertificationsOften requires certification or training programsTypically requires similar certifications or training
Work EnvironmentProvides in-home care for clientsWorks in homes, healthcare facilities, or assisted living
Employer & IndustryHome healthcare agencies, private familiesHome health agencies, nursing homes, assisted living
Job DutiesAssists with daily activities, light housekeepingAssists with personal care, mobility, and daily tasks

Both roles involve providing personal care and support to clients in home or healthcare settings. While their duties overlap, Home Care Assistants often focus on a broader range of support services, including light housekeeping, whereas Personal Care Aides primarily assist with personal and daily living activities. Both positions require similar certifications and are vital in home healthcare services.

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Infographic showing various Home Care Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,164 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Home Care Assistant

WelbeHealth

Riverside, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

WelbeHealth rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

WelbeHealth PACE helps seniors stay in their homes and communities by providing comprehensive medical care and community-based services. We serve the most vulnerable seniors with better quality and compassion in a value-based model.

Our Home Care Assistants are a vital part of our team, providing aid to our participants in their homes as well as contributing to the care planning process as a member of our interdisciplinary team (IDT). Reporting to the Home Care Supervisor, the Home Care Assistant will provide safe delivery of personal care services to WelbeHealth participants in their home, as scheduled and directed.

This role is different because Home Care Assistants at WelbeHealth: 

  • Work a stable, full-time schedule - unlike traditional home care roles, you will be assigned participants to fill a full workday, and will be re-assigned in cases of cancellations or unforeseen circumstances
  • Visit 2-5 patients per day depending on participant needs and care plans, working shorter individual shifts that still add up to an 8-hour workday
  • Receive reimbursement for travel time and mileage between participants

We care about our team members. That's why we offer: 

  • Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Work/life balance - We mean it!17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days 
  • 401K savings + match
  • Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
  • And additional benefits! 

On the day-to-day, you will: 

  • Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) to participants in their homes, including but not limited to bathing, dressing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and physical lifting when transferring participants
  • Assist participants with Instrumental ADLs, including but not limited to laundry, light housekeeping, shopping, and light meal preparation
  • Measure and document participants' vital signs as instructed
  • Act as a medical escort on vehicles to medical appointments, supporting participants with safe transfer in and out of their homes
  • Assist the Rehabilitation team by carrying out home exercise programs as indicated in the care plan developed by the IDT, after sufficient training as needed
  • Provide translation services as needed

Job requirements include: 

  • High school diploma or equivalency
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/First Aid Certification required
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA) certification preferred
  • Bilingual preferred
  • Must be registered with Home Care Registry prior to start date
  • Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred

We are seeking Home Care Assistants that are looking to start their career in the healthcare space. If you're ready to join a holistic care team that values both its participants and providers, we'd love to hear from you! 

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About WelbeHealth

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WelbeHealth is a healthcare organization based in Menlo Park, CA, US. Specializing in the field of healthcare and wellness, the company focuses its services primarily on senior citizens. They operate in a model known as Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which aims to provide complete health care services for seniors. The company was founded with the belief in the capacity of every human being for wellness, dignity, and joy.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Menlo Park, CA, US

Year founded

2016

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