CHHA Per Diem

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, Inc.; Jersey City, Northern (NJ, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Senior LIFE in Jersey City, NJ is hiring per diem Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) to support our patients at home. Under supervision, you will assist with essential health-related tasks in the patient’s home, following individualized care plans and ensuring safety and comfort.

The role requires a NJ CHHA license, a valid driver’s license, and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care for elderly individuals.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in their home with duties essential to the patient’s health according to the care plan.
• Provide compassionate, respectful care to elderly patients.
• Maintain clear communication with care team and patients’ families.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Home Health Aide License --New Jersey

Valid driver's license with auto insurance

Safe driving record

Tools

Knowledge of home health aide practices

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lutheran Senior LIFE

Careers At Lutheran Senior LIFE

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

'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!

We are hiring for per diem, as needed Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) to serve our patients in the Secacus area!

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.