Home Health Aide Caregiver

Caring Hands Homecare; West Milford (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Caring Hands Homecare in West Milford, NJ is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide dedicated to providing one-on-one care for patients in their homes. Ideal candidates should have completed an accredited Home Health Aide program and possess strong communication skills. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, maintaining patient records, and nurturing relationships to promote mental well-being. Prior experience and CPR certification are preferred, and a driver's license is required. Flexible schedules and competitive salaries offered.

Qualifications

• One year prior professional experience in home health care.
• Driver’s license is required.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and personal care.
• Maintain records of patient care and report observations.
• Build relationships with patients to help keep them mentally healthy.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Education

Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Benefits/Perks
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Careers Advancement

Job Summary

We are looking for a Home Health Aide to join our team! You will directly work with patients, following a one-on-one care plan in patient homes. You operate with a big heart, not only providing personalized and attentive care but by building genuine relationships with those you serve. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to creating a healthy environment that meets patient needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to succeed in this role. Prior Home Health or Hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles
• Care for patients by changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning the home, or assisting with personal care
• Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with the supervisor
• Build relationships with patients by conversing or reading aloud to help keep them mentally healthy and alert
• Give medications and immunizations
• Engage patients in exercises or other activities

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Home Health Aide program
• High School Diploma or GED
• One year prior professional experience
• Driver’s license required
• CPR certification preferred