2025 Home Health Training Program Application - Hudson Valley Hospice : Job Details

Hudson Valley Hospice is offering a New York State Home Health Aide Training and Certification program for those who qualify with no cost to the student! We will be holding different training classes, depending on your current certification, all held at our Poughkeepsie office (374 Violet Ave) . We have a three-week intensive training course for those with no prior certifications, a PCA to HHA upgrade (five day conversion class), and a CNA to HHA upgrade (two-day conversion class): Remaining 2025 HHA Program Classes:

• May 5th - 9th (PCA to HHA Upgrade)
• June 3rd and 4th (CNA to HHA Upgrade)
• July 14 - 18th (PCA to HHA Upgrade)
• November 17 - 21st (PCA to HHA Upgrade)
• August 13 and 14th (CNA to HHA Upgrade)
• October 22 and 23rd (CNA to HHA Upgrade)
• September 15th - October 1st (Full HHA Course Program)
• December no classes

During each training program, you will learn the necessary skills to care for patients and support their loved ones, emerging with a portable skill that is in critical need throughout our country. Upon completion of the HHA Program and passing the exam, you will receive your HHA certification. If you feel this is the right fit for you and meet the following criteria, apply to our program today!! What you will do as a Home Health Aide:

• Complete Home Health Aide duties following established plan of care. This may consist of toileting, bathing, repositioning, transferring, feeding and any other ADL ( activities of daily living) that are outlined by the RN.
• May provide 24-hour continuous care for patient/families in their home, as needed.
• Report changes in the client/patient's condition to family members, nurses, or doctors.
• Maintain adequate records of all patient/family care services by documenting in the patient chart.
• Offer companionship, helping clients/patients maintain social connections, and encouraging participation in activities to reduce feelings of isolation.
• Ensure clients/patients take prescribed medications at the right times.
• Complete required competencies, infection control and in-services to maintain HHA Certification.

Qualities needed as a Home Health Aide:

• Dependability/Reliability
• Compassion & Empathy
• Attention to Detail
• Professionalism
• Physical Stamina & Strength
• Strong Communication Skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Driver's License with Reliable transportation and be comfortable driving from one patient home to another
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds
• Flu Shot (when in season)

The completion of the HHA Program does not guarantee employment. If you are interested in working with Hudson Valley Hospice after successful completion of the program, please inquire about opportunities!