CHHA - Homecare

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey; West Caldwell (NJ); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

A health services organization in New Jersey is seeking a Per Diem Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) to provide direct care to homecare clients in Essex County. This flexible position pays up to $20/hour plus differentials. Candidates must have a high school diploma, New Jersey CHHA license, and at least one year of experience with the elderly, as well as current medical clearance and vaccination against Covid-19. Ideal for those passionate about making a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year working as a CHHA with the frail or elderly.
• Medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care/services to residents under licensed health care professional's direction.

Skills

Knowledge of principles, practices, standards and techniques of a home health aide

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions

Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Ability to react calmly in emergency situations

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Home Health Aide License -- New Jersey

Current driver’s license with proof of auto insurance

Job description

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We have a new opportunity for a Per Diem CHHA for our Homecare clients in Essex County! This position pays up to $20/hour plus differentials!

The CHHA Provides direct care/services to residents within the scope of duties, responsibilities and certification under the direction of a licensed health care professional.

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.

About our team members and the people we serve, so we made the decision to require all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Only candidates that are vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated should apply.