CHHA Per Diem

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization in Kearny, NJ is seeking per diem Certified Home Health Aides to assist elderly patients with daily activities. As a crucial member of the healthcare team, you will provide essential care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Candidates must have a New Jersey CHHA license and a year of experience working with frail or elderly patients. Join this caring team and make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year working as a CHHA with the frail or elderly.
• Current driver's license with proof of auto insurance.
• Safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in the home with duties essential to health.
• Follow the patient’s individualized care plan under supervision.
• Maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff.

Skills

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

Knowledge of common safety hazards

Skilled in establishing and maintaining relationships

Ability to communicate clearly

Ability to react calmly in emergencies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Home Health Aide License -- New Jersey

Job description

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'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 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.