CHHA

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey

Plainfield (NJ)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 31,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability

Critical Care & Accident Coverage

NJ Auto and Home Insurance

Pet Insurance

Identify Theft Protection

403(b) with 8% match

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is seeking a full-time Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to assist elderly participants in their homes across Union County, NJ. You will follow an individualized care plan under supervision of the Home Care Coordinator/Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities include in-home health support, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating with medical staff. The organization emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care with comprehensive benefits from day one.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Certified Home Health Aide License —New Jersey.
Valid driver’s license with proof of auto insurance.
Safe driving record.

Responsibilities

Provide in-home care per individualized care plan.
Follow directions from Home Care Coordinator/ Registered Nurse.

Skills

Home health care

Communication skills

Emergency response

Independent work

Safety awareness

Equipment use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Home Health Aide License—New Jersey

Job description

'I just love working there and that's a good place to work'

'It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make a differece in somebody’s life. Especially elderly people that feel lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for them. I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants. Because of the pandemic we can’t see each other everyday-but I call them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They know I care.We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City.'

Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior LIFE.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

We are excited to be welcoming our first participants into our brand new program at Lutheran Senior LIFE servicing Union County! We currently have a full-time opening for a CHHA. This position pay $19.00/hour. Benefits, Paid Time Off and More being offered!

Under the direction and supervision of the Home Care Coordinator/ Registered Nurse, assists participants in the home with duties essential to the patient’s health in accordance with the patient’s individualized care plan.

Education/Training/Certifications

High school diploma or GED
Certified Home Health Aide License --New Jersey
Current driver’s license with proof of auto insurance
Safe driving record

Skill(s)

Knowledge of principles, practices, standards and techniques of a home health aide
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
Knowledge of medical equipment use and maintenance
Skilled in establishing and maintain effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, medical staff and the public.
Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

Experience

Minimum of 1 year working as a CHHA with the frail or elderly

Medical Clearance

Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We have awesome benefits! You will be eligible to participate in most of the following as of your 1st day of employment!

Offering flexible pay - accessing your pay anytime!