LIFE Home Health Aide

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey, Inc.

Plainfield, Northern (NJ, KY)

Hybrid

USD 22,000 - 31,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement plan 403(b) with company 8%

Job summary

Lutheran Senior LIFE in New Jersey is seeking a full-time Certified Home Health Aide. You will assist frail or elderly participants at home under the supervision of the Home Care Coordinator/Registered Nurse, following each patient’s care plan and ensuring safety and comfort.

The role requires a NJ CHHA license, a valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record. We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team environment in Union County.

Qualifications

Knowledge of home health aide principles, standards and techniques.
Ability to follow individualized care plans and maintain patient safety.

Responsibilities

Under supervision, assists participants in home with health-related duties per care plan.

Skills

CHHA knowledge

Patient care

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Home Health Aide License --New Jersey

Current driver’s license with proof of auto insurance

Safe driving record

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 excited to be welcoming our first participants into our brand new program at Lutheran Senior LIFE servicing Union County! We currently have a full-time opening for a CHHA. This position pay $19.00/hour. Benefits, Paid Time Off and More being offered!

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.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We have awesome benefits! You will be eligible to participate in most of the following as of your 1st day of employment!