Hudson Valley Hospice

Hospice Aide (Home Health Aide)

NY, US$39,520-$47,840Posted 23 days ago

Full-Time Home Health Aide Hospice Under $50k New York

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Job Description

Do meaningful work. Build meaningful relationships. Be part of something bigger.

Are you a compassionate HHA who wants to make a real difference in the lives of patients and families?

Come join Hudson Valley Hospice!

We’re looking for caring, dependable Home Health Aides who want to provide comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to patients during an incredibly important time in their lives.

At Hudson Valley Hospice, we believe you should be supported and valued, too. That’s why we offer an autonomous work environment, NO MANDATING, and overtime opportunities when YOU want them.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

No Mandating!
Overtime available
Pay range of $19–$23/hour, based on experience
Work/life balance with flexibility in your day
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Aflac Insurance
Pet Insurance
Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Free Employee Assistance Program
Hospice & Palliative Care Certification with salary increase
Tuition Reimbursement to help you grow your career
Hudson Valley Hospice branded scrubs
Mileage Reimbursement
24 PTO Days
7 Paid Holidays
Merit Increases
Referral Bonuses
End-of-Year Bonuses
Weekend Differentials
Night Differentials

About the Role

As a Hospice Home Health Aide, you’ll provide personalized, compassionate care to patients in their homes and nursing home settings.

You’ll become an important part of each patient’s care team—helping with daily needs, promoting safety and comfort, and providing the dignity and respect every person deserves.

This is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients and families and make a difference every day.

What You’ll Do

Provide Hospice Aide services according to the established plan of care.
Assist patients with daily care needs while promoting comfort, dignity, and independence.
Provide continuous 24-hour care for patients and families in their homes when needed.
Observe and immediately report changes in patient condition or uncontrolled symptoms to the appropriate nurse or supervisor.
Maintain accurate records of patient and family care services.
Report suspected abuse or neglect according to agency policy.
Complete required competencies, infection-control training, and in-service education.
Assist with the orientation of new Hospice Aides when requested.
Participate in community education activities that promote Hudson Valley Hospice and its mission.
Communicate changes in patient status and care needs to the hospice team.
Work collaboratively with nurses and other members of the interdisciplinary hospice team.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable, flexible, and committed to treating every patient with dignity and respect.

You should have

Active New York State HHA Certification
Minimum of 12 hours of in-service education per year since receiving HHA certification
Reliability and dependability
Flexibility to meet patient and team needs
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
Understanding of and commitment to the hospice philosophy
Hospice or home care experience preferred
Bilingual skills are a plus!

Where You’ll Work

As a hospice HHA, every day can be a little different. You’ll provide care where patients need it most, including private homes, nursing homes, and other facility settings.

This position requires

Reliable transportation and travel to patient locations
A valid New York State Driver’s License
Weekend on-call coverage
Flexibility to work crisis-care hours when needed
Ability to wear required scrubs
Ability to carry at least 25 pounds of equipment and/or supplies
Ability to work in environments that may present moderate to high safety risks
Potential direct exposure to blood or body fluids

Schedule & Compensation

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday-Wednesday
Hours: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Hours per Week: 40 hours (Full Time)
Weekend Requirement: One weekend day per month as part of the on-call rotation
Pay: $19–$23 per hour, based on experience
Plus: Mileage Reimbursement

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Your Care Can Change Someone’s Day—and Their Life.

Hospice care is about more than medical needs. It’s about comfort, dignity, companionship, and helping patients and families make the most of every moment.

If you’re an HHA who wants to be part of a team that values your work, respects your time, and gives you opportunities to grow, Hudson Valley Hospice wants you on our team.