Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Right at Home Central New Jersey; Englishtown (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid orientation

Bonuses for referrals

401(k)

Professional development

Caregiver rewards

Job summary

Right at Home in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties seeks a Skilled Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver to support seniors at home, helping with daily activities and coordinating appointments. Live-in and hourly shifts available, with weekly pay and ongoing training.

We value reliability, attention to detail, and adherence to care protocols, offering growth opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• NJ Licensed as Certified Home Health Aide a must.
• 2-step PPD required.
• Physical within the last 12 months.
• MMR vaccination.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Help patients with daily functions such as dressing or bathing.
• Record and report data as medically necessary.
• Assist with planning for doctor's appointments and may organize transportation.
• Live-in or hourly assignments; facility work as needed.
• Light housekeeping: dusting, mopping, laundry; meal prep.

Skills

English proficiency

Reliable transportation

Detail-oriented

Follow protocols

Education

High school or GED

NJ Certified Home Health Aide license

2-step PPD

Medical clearance (Physical in last 12 months)

MMR vaccination

Job description

Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking to hire a Skilled Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver to make a difference by providing compassionate and meaningful care in the areas of Middlesex, Mercer and Northern Monmouth Counties. Help seniors stay at home and age in place by providing support with their daily activities.

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Certified Home Health Aidesmust be detail-oriented and be able to carefully follow protocols and rules regarding the patient’s care. Aides must adhere to instructions from doctors and nurses, such as knowing how to care for a minor medical issue or letting them know about changes in the patient’s health. They should be trustworthy and dependable so the patient and their family feel comfortable relying on them.

Certified Home Health Aides should have the following skills and qualifications:

High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.

NJ Licensed as Certified Home Health Aide a must

2-step PPD

Physical within the last 12 months

MMR

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.

Reliable transportation

Responsibilities of the Certified Home Health Aide-

Certified Home Health Aideshelp patients in a variety of ways. Certified Home Health Aides must record and report this data as medically necessary.Certified Home Health Aidescan alsohelp patients with their daily functions, such as dressing or taking a bath. They can assist with planning for doctor's appointments, other meetings and may organize transportation for them. As aCertified Home Health Aideyou will be able to do facility work, hourly as well as live in.

Other duties of a Certified Home Health Aide may include-

Light housekeeping- dusting, mopping, laundry, etc.

Prepping and cooking meals

Grocery shopping

Reporting to nurses about patients health status

Teaching patients self-care skills

Compensation and Benefits for the Certified Home Health Aide-

Full-Time, Part-Time, Per-Diem Salary: $18-20 per hour (depending on experience and case)

Full-time, part-time, per-diem shifts

Weekend and overnight shifts available

Flexible scheduling-Choose your hours!

Bonuses for employee referrals

MEC Insurance

401 K

Working Advantage Discounts

Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program

Named Employer of Choice by Home Care Pulse

Competitive Compensation

Paid training and professional development opportunities

Weekly pay

Paid orientation

Daily opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others

Employee of the month recognition and incentives

Why be a Certified Home Health Aide with Right at Home?

We truly believe that where you work matters, and as a company that believes in improving the lives of those we serve, we think we know a thing or two about what makes our employees happy.

Kindness can transform someone’s dark moment with a blaze of light.You’ll never know how much your caring matters. Make a difference for another today.

Here is what our employees say about us:

"From the moment i walked through the doors, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism, setting the tone for what would be an informative experience. In just a short span of time, i gained valuable insights into the essentials of caregiving. The orientation was well structured, covering crucial topics such as patient safety, effective communication. HR and Staffing Coordinator were creating an environment where questions were welcomed and learning was encouraged. I would highly recommend Right at Home to anyone seeking a career or wishing to enhance their skills in providing compassionate care"- Chi Chi

"It’s wonderful to work for a company that treats their employees with the same care and respect they want us to provide to clients.” - Linda

“I know I’m never alone! - Dave

"I absolutely love my job. Taking care of someone who can't help themselves makes me feel amazing"- Nikki

"Being a companion is amazing but becoming a CHHA is going to be even better- being able to provide hands on care for someone's loved one and seeing the smiles on their faces brings me so much joy and happiness- the best feeling in the world"- Brielle

If you need assistance with this application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time by contacting us. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees.

Each Right at Home office and business is independently owned and operated undera franchise agreement with Right at Home, LLC.Right at Home, LLC is not the employer or joint employer of the employees of any of its franchised offices.For comments, questions or to learn more about Right at Home, please visit www.rightathome.net.