Certified Home Health Aide CHHA

United Methodist Communities; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonus

Paid sick time

403(b) retirement plan

Paid training and scholarships

Job summary

United Methodist Communities’ HomeWorks division in Northern New Jersey is seeking Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) for per diem shifts. Earn $20.00–$30.75 per hour, with rates varying by assignment, scheduling needs, and level of support provided.

Flexible day, evening, and overnight options are available. As a CHHA you will deliver one-on-one in-home care to help clients with daily living activities, light housekeeping, meal support, and mobility assistance, while documenting care and

Qualifications

• Current, active New Jersey CHHA certification
• 18 or older
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and follow written care instructions and documentation

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily personal care and routine activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility assistance
• Support meal preparation, dining assistance, and light household organization
• Observe client well-being and communicate relevant updates to members of the care team
• Provide reminders related to established wellness and medication routines
• Provide transportation and accompaniment for appointments, errands, and community activities as needed
• Foster positive client relationships through companionship, conversation, and participation in everyday activities

Job description

Certified Home Health Aide CHHA
$20 - $30.75 per hour | Per Diem
HomeWorks, a division of United Methodist Communities
Northern New Jersey

Join our HomeWorks team in Northern New Jersey. This per diem opportunity offers $20.00-$30.75 per hour, with rates varying based on assignment details, scheduling needs, and level of support provided. Flexible day, evening, and overnight shifts are available.

About the Division

UMC HomeWorks, the home care division of United Methodist Communities, has supported older adults throughout New Jersey for more than 100 years. Our Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) provide one-on-one assistance to clients across Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties, helping individuals remain comfortable and supported in their home environmen

What you'll do

• Assist clients with daily personal care and routine activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility assistance
• Support meal preparation, dining assistance, and light household organization
• Observe client well-being and communicate relevant updates to members of the care team
• Provide reminders related to established wellness and medication routines
• Provide transportation and accompaniment for appointments, errands, and community activities as needed
• Foster positive client relationships through companionship, conversation, and participation in everyday activities

What you'll need

Required:

• Current, active New Jersey CHHA certification
• 18 or older
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and follow written care instructions and documentation

Preferred

• Previous experience providing care or support in a home or community setting

Pay and benefits

• $20.00 to $30.75 per hour, depending on shift and day of week
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between client visits
• $500 referral bonus for every CHHA you refer who gets hired
• Paid sick time
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid training and scholarship opportunities to grow your career

Schedule

• Per diem position
• Choose day, evening, or night shifts that fit your life

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

E-Verify Participation

United Methodist Communities participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.