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Home Health Aide (HHA) - Portuguese Speaking

Elara Caring, Fall River, MA, United States


Hourly Pay Range:

$20.00–$22.58/hour

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:00pm (some weekend availability may be required)

As a Home Health Aide, you will play a vital role in improving quality of life and bringing comfort, dignity, and support to those who need it most.

Why Join Elara Caring?

Grow your schedule and weekly hours based on client needs and your availability

Competitive pay with daily pay options — work today, get paid tomorrow

Paid training, career growth, and advancement opportunities

Supportive team environment focused on your success

Opportunity to make a real difference every day

Medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus a 401(k) with employer match

Schedule & Work Expectations (Please Read)

Availability required Monday–Friday between 8:00am–3:00pm

Most client visits are short shifts (1–3 hours)

Full‑time hours may not be available immediately and are based on client needs

Caregivers may be assigned to multiple clients in a single day

Travel & Attendance Expectations

Must be able to reliably travel to client homes within assigned service areas and arrive on time for scheduled shifts

Assignments may include multiple locations in a day

What You’ll Do

Provide hands‑on personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance

Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities

Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed

Perform light housekeeping, laundry, and household tasks

Provide companionship and emotional support

Assist with errands and grocery shopping (as needed)

Promote a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for each client

What Is Required?
One of the following active certifications in the State of Massachusetts is required:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Home Health Aide (HHA)

Completion of Massachusetts‑approved Homemaker and Personal Care training (PHCAST)

Additional Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Experience providing care to elderly or disabled individuals preferred (professional or personal)

Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist clients as needed (up to 50 pounds)

Confidentiality Requirement

Must maintain strict client confidentiality at all times

Do not share client‑identifying or health‑related information in public or during transportation

Equal Employment Opportunity
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruiting@elara.com.

Pay & Benefit Information
Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

EVerify
Elara Caring participates in E‑Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I‑9 completed.

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