Healthcare remains one of the most active hiring sectors in the New York and New Jersey metro area. Home care agencies, long-term care facilities, group homes, and hospital systems are actively filling roles at every level — from entry-level Home Health Aides to experienced Registered Nurses and Care Coordinators.
If you are looking for your next healthcare job, this is a practical overview of what is hiring right now, what qualifications each role typically requires, and how to get started with Quality Healthcare Staffing.
In-Demand Healthcare Roles in New York
Home Health Aide (HHA) and Personal Care Aide (PCA)
HHA and PCA positions are among the most consistently available healthcare jobs in New York City and the surrounding counties. Home care agencies are expanding their caregiver rosters to meet demand from Medicaid home care programs, MLTC plans, and private pay clients.
What the work involves: Assisting clients with daily activities — bathing, dressing, mobility, meal preparation, and medication reminders. Some positions involve light medical monitoring such as recording vital signs. HHAs can perform a slightly broader range of tasks than PCAs under New York regulations.
What you need:
- HHA: Completion of a state-approved 75-hour HHA training program and a passing score on the competency exam. Active listing on the NYS HHA registry.
- PCA: Completion of a state-approved training program (requirement varies by employer and program type).
- Both roles: Valid ID, Social Security card, TB test clearance, background check clearance.
Scheduling: Most home care positions offer flexible scheduling, including part-time, full-time, live-in, and overnight shifts. Weekend and overnight differentials are common.
HHA jobs in New York City and home health aide jobs in the five boroughs are among the fastest-filling positions QH Staffing places. If you hold an active HHA certificate, applying now gives you a strong placement timeline.
Registered Nurse (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Nursing jobs in New York and New Jersey remain in high demand across multiple settings: home care, skilled nursing facilities, adult day programs, and outpatient clinics.
What the work involves: Clinical assessments, medication administration, wound care, care planning, and coordination with physicians and care teams. Home health nurses typically manage a caseload of patients in the community and document visits in an electronic health record.
What you need:
- Active RN or LPN license in the state where you will be working (NY and NJ licenses are separate)
- BLS/CPR certification
- For home health: at least one year of clinical experience preferred; some roles are open to new graduates with strong clinical training backgrounds
Available settings: Private duty nursing, MLTC, LHCSA-certified home care agencies, and per diem nursing pools. Per diem nursing jobs in New Jersey and New York offer schedule flexibility that many experienced nurses prefer.
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
DSP jobs are a major segment of the New Jersey DDD (Division of Developmental Disabilities) job market and are increasingly available in New York as well. DSPs work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, supporting them in group homes, day programs, and community settings.
What the work involves: Daily living support, community integration activities, behavioral support, documentation, and working within individualized support plans. The work is relationship-based and requires patience, consistency, and communication skills.
What you need:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- NJ DDD or OPWDD orientation training (some employers provide this upon hire)
- Valid driver’s license (required for many community-based DSP positions)
- Background clearance
DSP positions in New Jersey DDD programs are among the most actively filled roles through QH Staffing’s NJ operations. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available, including overnight.
Healthcare Support and Coordinator Roles
Beyond direct care, several support and coordination roles are consistently hiring:
Care Coordinator / Service Coordinator: Works with clients enrolled in Medicaid waiver programs (NHTD, TBI, OPWDD) or MLTC plans to manage service authorizations, connect clients to community resources, and handle documentation. Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field is typically required. Bilingual candidates (Spanish, Mandarin, Haitian Creole) are in particular demand.
Scheduling Coordinator: Manages caregiver scheduling for home care agencies, handling shift assignments, last-minute changes, and coverage logistics. Strong organizational skills and experience with scheduling software are valued. This is a high-need role for agencies growing their caregiver pool.
Medical Biller / Revenue Cycle Staff: Experience with Medicaid billing, HHAX, or other home care billing platforms is increasingly sought by home care agencies and long-term care organizations.
Apply Now at Quality Healthcare Staffing
Quality Healthcare Staffing works with healthcare employers across New York and New Jersey to fill clinical, direct care, and support roles. Whether you are a credentialed HHA looking for consistent shifts, a nurse seeking per diem flexibility, or someone entering healthcare for the first time, our recruiters can match you with positions that fit your schedule and qualifications.
Apply now at qhstaff.com. The application takes a few minutes, and a recruiter will follow up to review open positions that match your background. We place candidates in permanent, per diem, and temp-to-hire roles across both states.
