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How much do home health assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for home health assistant in California is $20.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 are the most commonly searched types of Home Health jobs in California?

The most popular types of Home Health jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Home Health Assistant jobs?

Cities in California with the most Home Health Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Home Health Assistant job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,867 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Certified Home Health Aide, Home Health

San Diego Home Health Care

Carlsbad, CA

$24 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Per Diem Needs - We are seeking a State of California-certified Home Health Aide to provide compassionate, in-home care to patients throughout San Diego on a per diem basis.

San Diego Home Health

Family Serving Families

At San Diego Home Health, we're passionate about helping people live healthier, happier lives through compassionate, one-on-one care in the home. We serve patients across San Diego, Temecula, and Riverside Counties, supporting recovery, independence, and comfort where it matters most. With over 25 years of service, we're a two-time Home Health Care Elite Award winner. Our clinicians choose us for our supportive culture, flexible scheduling, and responsive leadership.

What You'll Do

  • Provide patient care as directed on aide care plan, reports and documents observations and care performed
  • Observe and report changes in client's condition to Supervising Clinician
  • Assist the patient in ADL's (Activities of Daily Living) as directed on aide care plan
  • Communicates patient's supply needs to Supervising Clinician or Health Care team
  • Display professional behavior at all times
  • Comply with all areas of corporate compliance program and HIPPA regulations
  • Document thoroughly and accurately in format prescribed by the agency
  • Provide companionship and patient care as directed on care plan
  • Help patients and their families understand instructions given by medically trained staff

Qualifications

  • Current certification as a Certified Home Health Aide by the State of California required
  • Must have vehicle, valid current driver's license and automobile insurance
  • Minimum 1-year experience
  • High School Graduate or equivalent
  • Current CPR card
  • Documentation to verify work experience and legal right to work in the U.S.
  • Report to work in a timely manner and adhere to call-in times for schedule changes
  • Able to provide two verifiable references

You'll Love This Role If...

  • You enjoy one-on-one patient care
  • You want autonomy with strong team support
  • You value flexibility and meaningful work
  • You take pride in delivering skilled, compassionate care

Pay & Perks

  • Competitive pay that reflects your experience and expertise
  • Full-time benefits (PTO, medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage) available to full-time associates
  • Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
  • Mileage reimbursement for patient-related travel
  • Continuing education and tuition assistance
  • Generous referral bonus program
  • OASIS Virtual Assistant to streamline documentation
  • Supportive, accessible leadership team

Our Mission & Values

Our mission is to deliver exceptional home health care through clinical excellence, compassion, and integrity, while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. We are guided by:

  • Compassion
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Collaboration
  • Excellence
  • Respect

About San Diego Home Health

San Diego Home Health is a trusted home health provider committed to patient-centered, evidence-based care. Our goal is to help patients live healthier, safer, and more fulfilling lives - at home.

If you're looking for a supportive, mission-driven team where your work truly matters, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices, and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive. The exact base pay offered for this role will depend on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.

Home Health company based in California. At Elevate Home Health, we provide the highest level of Home Health Services with exceptional patient outcomes.

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