Certified Home Health Aide

Live Long Well Care•Bridgewater, NJ

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Live Long Well Care is seeking Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA) to provide personal care and companionship for seniors. This role is crucial in helping our clients maintain their independence in their own homes. We offer a dynamic and fulfilling work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements

Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) Certification required.
Must be able to work some weekends.
Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
Must have an up-to-date smartphone for electronic viewing and capture of Time and Attendance, Care Tasks, and Communication.
High school graduation or GED required.
Successfully completed a certified home health aide program.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to work with minimal or close supervision.
Must conduct all business in a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.
Must pass competency testing on hire and ongoing for meal preparation, housekeeping, infection control, safety in the home, proper handling of emergencies, transportation, dog walking and care.
Current listing with no substantial finding on state Aide Registry, as state appropriate, if applicable.
Possess the physical ability to perform job-related duties which may require lifting, standing, bending, transferring, stooping, stretching, walking, pushing, pulling and the ability to provide partial or complete assistance with non-personal activities of daily living, without assistance from another healthcare worker, or significant other.
Ability to work in time-sensitive or stressful situations.
Sit in a chair/stand for extended periods.
Eligibility to drive on company business and a satisfactory driving record required.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in a similar position desired.
Two years’ experience working with the elderly desired.
Updated Android or iPhone smartphone device.

Responsibilities

Provide general assistance and care to patients/clients in accordance with the non-personal care plan.
Plan meals, purchase food and household supplies, and prepare and serve nutritious meals.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the patient/client and family.
Perform housekeeping activities such as washing dishes, cleaning the kitchen, and laundering clothes and bed linens.
Provide companionship for the patient/client as required.
Give medication reminders.
Provide transportation for independent patients/clients when directed by the supervisor.
Accurately and thoroughly document services provided in accordance with agency policy.
Immediately report any changes in patient/client’s needs, condition, or incidents to the supervisor.
Establish and maintain effective communication and a professional relationship with patients/clients/families and co-workers.
Participate in case conferences as appropriate.
Maintain and enhance skills through attending staff development programs.
Fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality.
Maintain a cooperative manner towards patient/client/family members and the healthcare team.
Listen and respond to patient/client’s needs in a sensitive and timely manner.
Assist the supervisor by providing feedback for updating the non-personal care plan.
Participate in Quality Assessment and Improvement activities.
Attend, participate in, and/or conduct internal staff development programs.
Obtain continuing education as required.
Maintain and enhance clinical practice skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Maintain strict confidentiality of Agency proprietary and business information.
Report for work on time and prepared to assume duties.
Adhere to company dress code.
Record work accurately and legibly.
Follow policy for reporting sick or absent.
Schedule all time off with supervisory approval.
Vary work schedules to meet Agency needs.
Adhere to company policy, procedure, and processes.
Respond to internal and external customers in a professional and friendly manner.
Offer assistance as needed or direct individuals to appropriate resources with proper follow-through.
Wear ID badge in a visible location, if required.
Comply timely with all requirements related to risk management, safety, infection control, TB screening, security, and fire.
Provide a safe environment for clients, employees, and others.
Assume responsibility for all mandatory in-services, certification, and/or licensure, competencies, etc.