Home Health Care HHA -Flexible

Position Overview United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a compassionate and dependable Home Health Aide to join our home care team. In this role, you’ll provide personal care and assist with daily activities and rehabilitative exercises, helping patients live safely and comfortably in their own homes. Home care offers a unique, rewarding experience—working one-on-one with patients while being part of a connected, supportive care team. Our aides benefit from flexible schedules, strong clinical partnerships, and the chance to develop meaningful relationships with patients and families over time.
Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
UHS Home Care
Primary Work Shift:
15.00 - $20.74 per hour, depending on experience
Provides hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, in accordance with the patient’s individualized plan of care

Delivers care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following New York State Department of Health guidelines and all agency policies and procedures

Encourages and supports patients in performing tasks independently to promote self-care and maintain dignity

Assists with light housekeeping tasks to ensure a clean, safe, and organized home environment that supports the patient’s well-being

Prepares and serves meals using basic nutrition principles and modifies diet plans as directed by the Registered Nurse to meet the patient’s health needs

Provides care using infection prevention practices and reinforces infection control education given by nursing staff

Aids patients with prescribed rehabilitative exercises under the guidance of a Rehabilitation Therapist to support recovery and mobility

Observes the patient’s physical, emotional, and behavioral condition and accurately records daily care activities and any significant changes

Communicates changes in the patient’s condition immediately to the Registered Nurse or, if unavailable, to the Home Health Aide Supervisor

Participates as a valued member of the care team, offering feedback and suggestions to improve the quality and continuity of patient care

Completes all documentation in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner according to agency standards and regulatory requirements

Provides compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care while maintaining patient privacy, dignity, and comfort in the home setting

High School Diploma or GED andsuccessful completion of a Home Health Aide program within 12 months of hire, OR

Current Home Health Aide Certification (no diploma/GED required if you’re currently certified)

Why You’ll Love Working at UHS At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.
Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family - We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
Well-Being & Financial Security - From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
Growth That Moves with You - With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.
Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (J-18808-Ljbffr NYU Langone Health