Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Right at Home Central New Jersey•Red Bank, NJ

About The Position

Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking a skilled Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver to provide compassionate, meaningful care in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties. The role supports seniors with daily activities so they can remain at home and age in place. Aides must be detail-oriented, follow care protocols and instructions from doctors and nurses, and communicate changes in a patient's health. Trustworthiness and dependability are important to help patients and their families feel comfortable relying on the aide. Work may include facility assignments, hourly shifts, or live-in care. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem arrangements are mentioned, with flexible scheduling and weekend and overnight shifts available. The posting lists compensation of $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience and case.

Requirements

NJ license as a Certified Home Health Aide.
2-step PPD and physical within the last 12 months.
MMR.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Help patients with daily activities, including dressing and bathing.
Record and report patient-related data as medically necessary.
Follow care protocols and instructions from doctors and nurses.
Notify nurses about changes in patients' health status.
Help plan doctors' appointments and other meetings, and organize transportation.
Perform light housekeeping, such as dusting, mopping, and laundry.
Prepare and cook meals.
Shop for groceries.
Teach patients self-care skills.