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Maine Medical Center

Home Health Assistant

Brunswick, ME · On-site

$20.27 - $24.36/hr

The Home Health Assistant role, under the direction of a licensed registered nurse, provides hands-on personal care to clients in their home, providing services which are needed to maintain the ...

Maine Medical Center

Home Health Assistant

Brunswick, ME · On-site

$20.27 - $24.36/hr

Description Home Health and Hospice Nursing/Clinical Support Req #: 88902 Come join us! Working within a model of "Safe Patient Family Centered Care", the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an ...

MaineHealth

Home Health Assistant

Brunswick, ME · On-site

$20.27 - $24.36/hr

Description Home Health and Hospice Nursing/Clinical Support Req #: 88902 Come join us! Working within a model of "Safe Patient Family Centered Care", the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is an ...

Ecumen

CNA - Home Health Assistant

Duluth, MN · On-site

$21.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description CNA Home Health Assistant - Part Time Day Shifts - 8am-4:30pm Weekdays - No weekends & No Holidays - We offer excellent benefits, PTO/Sick time, Mileage Reimbursement and an incredibly ...

Ecumen

CNA - Home Health Assistant - Full Time

Duluth, MN · On-site

$21.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description CNA Home Health Assistant - Full Time - Day Shifts - 8am-4:30pm Weekdays - No weekends & No Holidays - We offer excellent benefits, PTO/Sick time, Mileage Reimbursement and an incredibly ...

Ecumen

CNA - Home Health Assistant - Full Time

Duluth, MN · On-site

$21.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

CNA Home Health Assistant - Full Time - Day Shifts - 8am-4:30pm Weekdays - No weekends & No Holidays - We offer excellent benefits, PTO/Sick time, Mileage Reimbursement and an incredibly fun ...

Ecumen

Home Health Assistant CNA - Part Time

Mankato, MN · On-site

$21.50 - $23/hr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Home Health Assistant position is responsible for providing personal care and other designated health-related services designed to maintain the client's physical and emotional well-being, in ...

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How much do home health assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for home health assistant in the United States is $20.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a home health assistant?

To thrive as a Home Health Assistant, you need a strong understanding of basic patient care, hygiene assistance, and mobility support, often supported by a high school diploma and completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program. Familiarity with home care documentation systems and basic medical equipment such as blood pressure monitors is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication skills help build trust and provide emotional support to clients. These skills ensure high-quality, personalized care and contribute to the safety, comfort, and well-being of patients in their homes.

What are some common challenges faced by home health assistants when working with clients in their homes?

Home Health Assistants often face the challenge of adapting to different home environments and client needs, which can vary greatly from one assignment to another. They may encounter homes that are not ideally set up for medical care, requiring creativity and strong problem-solving skills to ensure client safety and comfort. Additionally, building trust with clients and their families while respecting privacy is essential, as is managing the emotional aspects of caring for individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Support from supervisors and clear communication with healthcare teams can help address these challenges.

What is a home health assistant?

Home Health Assistants are caregivers who provide support to individuals who need help with daily activities in their homes, such as the elderly, people with disabilities, or those recovering from illness or surgery. Their responsibilities often include assisting with personal hygiene, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and companionship. By helping clients maintain their independence and comfort at home, Home Health Assistants play a crucial role in improving quality of life and reducing the need for institutional care.

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Infographic showing various Home Health Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,423 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Home Health Assistant

Maine Medical Center

Brunswick, ME • On-site

$20.27 - $24.36/hr

Per diem

Posted 8 days ago

Maine Medical Center rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

553rd of 1,059 rated hospitals

Job description

Description
Home Health and Hospice
Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 88924
Summary:
This is a per diem, home health role.
The Home Health Assistant role, under the direction of a licensed registered nurse, provides hands-on personal care to clients in their home, providing services which are needed to maintain the client's health or to facilitate treatment of the client's illness or injury.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  1. Education: High school diploma or GED preferred; Must be 18 years of age or older.
  2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Certified Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Valid Driver's license required.
  3. Experience: Prior home care experience preferred.
  4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
  5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $20.27 to $24.36 per hour.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [email protected] .
Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.
Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

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