Home Health Aide Job Market

Job Duties

Home health aides wear a lot of hats. They’re companions, healthcare professionals, life coaches, and—in many ways— therapists.

Here’s a breakdown of their responsibilities:

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  Assisting clients with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, organizing, and scheduling appointments

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  Cooking meals

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  Grocery shopping

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  Taking and recording vitals

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  Vacuuming, washing dishes, doing laundry, etc.

Work Environment

Most home health aides work in clients’ homes, while others work in small group homes or larger care facilities. Most work full time and some may work weekends / holidays depending on their clients’ needs.

Pay Scale

The salary for this role varies based on location and experience, but according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median income is $24,000.*

Industry Demand

Home health aides are one of the fastest growing career choices in the healthcare industry right now. In the next 10 years, experts predict a 36% growth.*