Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Right at Home Central New Jersey•Woodbridge Township, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Right at Home is hiring a Certified Home Health Aide or Companion Caregiver to provide compassionate, meaningful in-home care to seniors in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties. The role supports clients with daily activities and helps them 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 maintaining the comfort of clients and their families. The position may involve facility work, hourly shifts, or live-in care. The posting lists full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities, with weekend and overnight shifts available and flexible scheduling.

Requirements

Must be licensed in New Jersey as a Certified Home Health Aide.
Must have a 2-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.
Detail-oriented and able to carefully follow protocols and rules regarding patient care.
Trustworthy and dependable.
High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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