Home Health Aide in Plainfield NJ

Right at Home Morris / Union Counties, NJ; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

A leading home care agency in Plainfield, NJ, is seeking a Certified Home Health Aid (CHHA) to join its dynamic care team. As a CHHA, you will support patients with their daily living activities, perform housekeeping tasks, and provide caregiver assistance. Qualifications include a valid CHHA license, preferably two years of experience, and the ability to communicate effectively in English. This role offers a flexible schedule and comprehensive benefits, fostering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in healthcare as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including personal hygiene.
• Perform housekeeping tasks including vacuuming and laundry.
• Understand dementia care and provide medication reminders.

Skills

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Experience as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide

Valid driver’s license

Current CHHA license

Education

High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Are you a caring and dedicated professional? Right at Home is seeking to hire a Certified Home Health Aid (CHHA) to join a dynamic care team providing clinical expertise in-home. You can make a difference in your career by helping and caring for people in the comfort of their homes.

Here’s Why You Will LOVE Working for Us

• Flexible scheduling
• Bonuses for referrals
• PPE and safety training is provided
• 401k Retirement plan with an employer match!
• Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Program
• Direct Deposit
• Paid Sick Time
• Health Benefits for you and your family
• Employee discount program
• Free financial fitness program
• We always treat you with respect
• Family owned agency since 2002
• Ongoing Training
• Annual party to mingle with your co-workers (pending due to COVID-19)

The Home Health Aid responsibilities and duties:

Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to):

• Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using a bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, shaving, skin, and hair)
• Ambulation/Transfers
• Eating
• Dressing/Shaving
• Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions
• Accompany patient on errands or medical appointments.
• Performs housekeeping activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathroom

The Home Health Aid performs patient-specific activities that are taught by a Right at Home nurse. These could include (but are not limited to):

• Medication reminders
• Assisting with the prescribed range of motion exercises
• Measuring and preparing special diets
• Understanding dementia care
• Incontinence care

Qualifications and Skills for Home Health Aid:

• High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.
• Two years of experience as a Caregiver/Home Health Aide in healthcare (in homes or facilities) is preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and insured automobile
• A current CHHA license from the New Jersey Board of Nursing
• Must be at least 18 years of age