Home Health Aide (HHA) Training

Salary : $16.00 / Hour

$16.00 / Hour

Overview :

PAID Home Health Aide Training Program Hosted By Elderwood!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Are you looking to start or grow a career in healthcare but don’t have the required certification?

We have the perfect opportunity for you! Elderwood's network of Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) are now offering a Certified Home Health Aide (HHA) Training Program for individuals eager to join the healthcare field and provide compassionate care to residents in our assisted living facilities.

Home Health Aide Training Program - Location, Date, Time :

Location : Elderwood at Cheektowaga

Start Date : Friday, November 1, 2024

Tentative End Date : Friday, November 22, 2024

Course Time : 9 : 00am 5 : 00pm (Mon / Tue / Thur / Fri)

Class will not be held on Wednesdays

Where :

Elderwood at Cheektowaga

225 Bennett Road

Cheektowaga, NY 14227

What is a Home Health Aide (HHA)?

A Home Health Aide is a trained worker qualified to carry out health care tasks, assist with personal hygiene, housekeeping, and other related supportive tasks to a patient with health care needs in his / her home under the supervision of an RN.

How Do I Enroll for HHA Training?

Apply here! Once your application is received and reviewed, you will be contacted for a personal interview with the facility coordinator.

At the time of your first interview you will also take a brief prescreening test. The test score and personal interview will determine your eligibility.

How Much Does HHA Training Cost?

You only earn money with this opportunity. This training is paid. However, typically this training program costs approximately $1500.00.

Are There Home Health Aide (HHA) Employment Opportunities?

Yes! There is a need for this type of training and job opportunities are available. Once the training is successfully completed you may transition into a full or part time HHA role at Elderwood Assisted Living at Wheatfield.

Why Choose Elderwood?

Paid Training : Start your healthcare career with no experience required! We provide comprehensive, hands-on training that will prepare you to become a New York State Certified Home Health Aide (HHA).

Retention Bonus : With the sucessful completion of this training, there will be 3 bonus payouts - first at 90 days of employment through July 2025.

Guaranteed Employment : Upon successful completion of the training program, you’ll have a guaranteed position with us as a Certified Home Health Aide.

Competitive Pay : Receive a competitive hourly wage during training and once certified.

Supportive Environment : Join a team that values and supports its employees. Our experienced staff will mentor you every step of the way.

Benefits Package : Eligible employees will receive health benefits, paid time off, and additional perks.

Responsibilities :

Candidates slected for this training opportunity must :

Be able to attend the full training - 4 weeks, 4 days a week, 9a-5p.

What You’ll Learn in the Training Program :

How to assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.

Techniques for maintaining a clean and safe living environment.

Skills to monitor and report residents’ health changes to the nursing staff.

Understanding of care plans and how to collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications :

How Do I Qualify? Qualified HHA Applicants Must :

Be 18 years of age or older

Possess a high school diploma or GED

Provide immunization records

Pass a physical

Pass a background check

Follow written and verbal instruction

Be able to frequently lift / move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift / move up to 50 pounds

Have excellent interpersonal skills

Have a love of caretaking and relationship-building!

EOE Statement :

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State / Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.