CHHA per diem

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Jersey City is hiring full-time Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) to assist elderly participants in Hudson County. The role involves following individualized care plans and requires a CHHA license, along with a high school diploma. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off and sick leave.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick time

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in the home with essential duties.
• Follow the patient’s individualized care plan under supervision.

Skills

Knowledge of home health aide principles

Knowledge of safety hazards

Knowledge of medical equipment use

Skilled in establishing relationships

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to react calmly in emergencies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Home Health Aide License - New Jersey

Current driver's license with auto insurance

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey

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'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.....

*Caring* *Teamwork* *Kindness* *Open Communication* *Positive Attitude* This is how our team members describe the culture at Lutheran Senior LIFE! Apply today to find out more!

We are hiring for full-time Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) to work in Hudson County! This position offers a comprehensive benefit plan, competitive pay, paid time off, paid holidays and sick time!

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.

Basic Qualifications:

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.