Home Health Aide, Senior Living Facility

Position OverviewUnited Health Services (UHS) is seeking a compassionate and dependable Home Health Aide to join our Senior Living at Ideal care team. In this facility-based role, you’ll provide personal care and assist residents with daily activities and rehabilitative exercises, helping them maintain dignity, comfort, and as much independence as possible. Each shift offers the opportunity to build trust and connection with those in your care.

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Working in long-term care offers a deeply rewarding experience—supporting residents over time and becoming part of a close-knit, team-oriented environment. At UHS, we believe every connection matters. Our aides benefit from consistent scheduling, strong support from nursing and therapy teams, and the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of residents and their families.

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Primary Department, Division, or Unit:

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Residential Healthcare Facility, UHS Senior Living at Ideal

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Primary Work Shift:

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Multiple shifts available

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Compensation Range:

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$15.00 - $20.74 per hour, depending on experience

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You will be eligible for benefits if you are hired into a regular position with at least 24 scheduled weekly hours.

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Job Responsibilities

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  Provides hands-on assistance with personal care needs including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility, following each resident’s individualized care plan

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  Encourages residents to engage in self-care tasks when possible to promote independence, dignity, and a sense of control

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  Assists residents during mealtimes by setting up trays, feeding when necessary, and ensuring dietary modifications are followed according to care plans

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  Helps maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment by making beds, tidying rooms, and reporting any safety concerns

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  Follows infection prevention and control practices at all times and reinforces infection control education under the direction of clinical staff

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  Observes residents closely and reports any changes in physical condition, mood, behavior, or appetite to the nurse in a timely manner

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  Assists with basic rehabilitative exercises as directed by therapy staff to support residents’ strength, mobility, and recovery goals

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  Accurately documents all care provided and observations made, following facility policies and state regulations

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  Responds promptly and respectfully to resident requests and call bells, providing compassionate and attentive care

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  Builds trusting relationships with residents and their families through consistent, respectful communication and support

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  Collaborates with nursing, therapy, dietary, and housekeeping teams to ensure high-quality, coordinated care

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  Participates in staff meetings, in-service training, and shift handoffs to stay informed and support team goals

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Position Qualifications

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  High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of a Home Health Aide (HHA) program on track to obtain HHA certification within 12 months of program completion, or

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  Current HHA certification—diploma/GED is not required if you're currently certified

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Why You’ll Love Working at UHS

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At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.

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A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. 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.

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About United Health Services

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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.

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At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. 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. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

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United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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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. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at