Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)

Right at Home Central New Jersey•Little Silver, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Right at Home is seeking a skilled Certified Home Health Aide or companion caregiver to provide compassionate in-home care to seniors in Middlesex, Mercer, and Northern Monmouth Counties. The role supports clients 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. The role may involve facility work, hourly shifts, or live-in care. The posting describes the position as per diem and also mentions full-time and part-time opportunities. Weekend and overnight shifts are available, with flexible scheduling. Compensation is $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience and case.

Requirements

Must hold a New Jersey Certified Home Health Aide license.
Must have a two-step PPD and physical examination completed within the last 12 months.
Must have MMR vaccination or documentation as specified in the posting.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.
Reliable transportation.
Must be detail-oriented and able to carefully follow patient-care protocols, rules, and instructions.
High school diploma or GED preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Prior experience, as compensation depends on experience and case.

Responsibilities

Provide support with patients’ daily activities, including dressing and bathing.
Record and report patient information as medically necessary.
Follow doctors’ and nurses’ instructions and report changes in patients’ health.
Help plan 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.