Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Right at Home Central New Jersey•Rumson, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Right at Home of Central New Jersey is seeking a Skilled Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver to provide compassionate, meaningful in-home care to clients in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties. The role supports seniors in remaining at home and aging in place by helping with daily activities and care needs. 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 building confidence with patients and their families. Work may include facility assignments, hourly care, or live-in care. The posting lists full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities, with flexible scheduling and weekend and overnight shifts available.

Requirements

Must be licensed in New Jersey as a Certified Home Health Aide.
Must have a two-step PPD and physical completed within the last 12 months.
Must have MMR.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.
Reliable transportation.
Must be detail-oriented and able to follow care protocols and instructions.
Must be trustworthy and dependable.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

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