CHHA

CT Health Care Services; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid orientation

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Job summary

CT Health Care Services is seeking a compassionate Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) in New Jersey to support clients at home under RN supervision. You will assist with ADLs, mobility, and memory care while maintaining accurate documentation.

Strong communication and confidentiality are essential. The role includes light housekeeping and collaboration with the care team to deliver patient-centered services in home environments.

Qualifications

• Active CHHA certification in New Jersey required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with empathy.
• Experience with personal care, hygiene and safe transfers.

Responsibilities

• ADL assistance: bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, toileting, mobility with safe transfers.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and families; report changes to RN.
• Provide dementia care support using memory-friendly approaches.
• Light housekeeping: meal prep, laundry, cleaning as needed.
• Document care using EHR/EVV and notes per plan of care.
• Assist with ambulation and promote independence.

Skills

ADL assistance

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Dementia care

Transfer techniques

Education

New Jersey CHHA certification

Tools

EMR/EHR tools

EVV apps

Job description

Join our compassionate healthcare team as a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients requiring personalized care in their homes. Operating under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), this vital role focuses on providing essential support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to individuals with diverse needs, promoting independence, comfort, and dignity. As a CHHA, you will rely on strong communication skills to build meaningful connections with clients and families while maintaining close collaboration with the supervising RN and care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• ADL Assistance: Assist clients with core Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, personal hygiene, toileting, and mobility/transfer support utilizing proper transfer techniques and equipment (e.g., Hoyer lifts).
• Proactive Communication & Observation: Maintain continuous, clear, and compassionate communication with clients and family members. Observe and promptly report any physical, emotional, or behavioral changes in client condition to the supervising RN.
• Cognitive & Memory Support: Provide empathetic, specialized care for clients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or cognitive impairments using supportive communication and memory care techniques.
• Household Support: Perform light housekeeping tasks tailored to client needs, including light cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.
• Accurate Documentation: Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) systems to accurately and timely document care activities, adherence to the plan of care, and daily notes.
• Mobility & Independence: Safely assist clients with ambulation and community/home support to encourage maximum independence and quality of life.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required Certification: Current, active New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) certification in good standing.
• Communication Expertise: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a empathetic, patient-centered approach; strong active listening skills and strict adherence to HIPAA and client confidentiality standards.
• ADL & Transfer Proficiency: Demonstrated experience assisting with personal care, hygiene, and safe client transfer methods.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work independently in home environments while following an RN-directed plan of care and maintaining effective ongoing communication with the clinical supervision team.
• Specialized Care Knowledge: Familiarity with dementia care techniques, senior care best practices, and memory support strategies.
• Technical Familiarity: Comfort using EMR/EHR/EVV mobile apps and digital documentation tools for home care reporting.

Join us in delivering exceptional, dignity-focused home care services across New Jersey!

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location:

• In person